IFB 139C-26 Pre-Plated Composite Ties 7" x 9" x 8.5Ft - 9Ft and 11Ft

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is soliciting bids for the procurement of pre-plated composite ties measuring 7 inches by 9 inches in three specific lengths: 4,000 units at 8.5 feet, 300 units at 9 feet, and 100 units at 11 feet. These materials are intended for the Widett Layover Facility and must adhere to AREMA and MBTA technical specifications. Bids must be submitted electronically via COMMBUYS by October 29, 2026, with a required delivery date of September 2, 2027, to a facility in Boston, Massachusetts. The contract will be awarded to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder, with evaluations based on price, integrity, past performance, and financial and technical resources. The selected contractor must comply with rigorous quality control and insurance standards, including mandatory coverage for Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, Workers Compensation, and a 10 million dollar Umbrella Liability policy. Deliverables must be F.O.B. destination, and the contractor is responsible for all packaging, freight, and taxes. Technical requirements include specific packaging for screw spikes in sealed-top kegs and adherence to federal OSHA and Massachusetts hazard communication standards. Additionally, the contractor must certify compliance with various anti-discrimination laws, prevailing wage requirements, and strict data security and confidentiality protocols governed by Massachusetts General Law.