Locomotive Wheel Plates

Metra has issued solicitation IFB No. 204691 for a five-year purchase agreement to procure steel locomotive, coach, and highliner wheels. The scope includes 4,000 33-inch passenger coach wheels, 600 36-inch Highliner EMU wheels, and 200 E-40 locomotive wheels, with additional quantities for E42 and D42 models. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Bidders must submit electronic bids via Metra's procurement portal by September 17, 2026, and must provide a technical documentation checklist and a detailed explanation of commodity surcharge and freight calculations. The agreement mandates strict adherence to AAR M-1003 certifications, AAR S-920 CID labeling, and APTA 220 wheel profiles. Quality standards require a zero-defect acceptance criteria, with First Article Inspections typically performed at the contractor's facility. Deliveries are F.O.B. Destination, with the first shipment required within 180 days of award. The contract incorporates comprehensive federal and state regulations, including Buy America requirements for FTA-funded procurements exceeding $150,000, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) compliance under 49 CFR Part 26, and Equal Employment Opportunity standards. Payment terms are Net 30, and all invoicing must be conducted in United States currency.