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Locomotive Wheel/Axle/Traction Motor (WACT) Assembly

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Response Deadline11/17/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract involves the integration and assembly of locomotive Wheel/Axle/Traction Motor (WACT) units for prime contractors supporting Virginia Railway Express projects in Alexandria. The scope of work includes installing traction motors into wheelsets, fitting new axles with reused wheels and bull gears, and mounting journal bearings, support bearings, wicks, and gear cases. All assembly must be performed in strict accordance with MotivePower, Inc. specifications and the AAR Roller Bearing Manual to ensure the delivery of fully assembled and tested units. The opportunity was posted on October 14, 2026, with a response deadline of November 17, 2026. Classified under NAICS code 811310, the contract focuses on specialized mechanical assembly and testing for rail infrastructure. Interested parties must adhere to the specified technical standards to meet the operational requirements of the Virginia Railway Express.

General Info

Subcontract for assembling and testing locomotive WACT units for Virginia Railway Express projects.

Agency

Virginia Railway Express

NAICS

811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance

Place of Performance

Alexandria, VA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 027-004.

The full solicitation package (7 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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IFB 027-004 Wheelset and Traction Motor Overhaul, Repair, and Rehabilitation Services

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PostedOct 14

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Response DeadlineNov 17

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11/17/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTCin 28 days

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Performs integration and assembly of locomotive WACT units for prime contractors on Virginia Railway Express (VRE) projects. Installs traction motors into wheelsets, installs new axles with reused wheels and bull gears, and mounts journal bearings, support bearings, wicks, and gear cases per AAR Roller Bearing Manual and MotivePower, Inc. specifications. Delivers fully assembled and tested WACT units.

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