OCS Copper Conductors

Solicitation HSR26-28 is an Invitation for Bids issued by the California High-Speed Rail Authority for the procurement of OCS Copper Conductors, specifically 65mm2 Bz catenary and messenger wire. The contract requires the supplier to provide a full portfolio of conductors that are Buy America compliant and adhere to international standards including EN 50149:2012, IEC 63190:2023, EN 50182:2001, and EN 50326:2002. Deliveries are slated for Kern and Fresno Counties, with the contractor responsible for the direct handoff of materials to the Authority's onsite contractor at the railhead. The award will be granted to the lowest responsible responsive bidder based on the total contract bid price for years one through three. The procurement process involves rigorous compliance and certification requirements, including a 10 percent bid bond, various federal and state certifications regarding non-discrimination, lobbying, and the Darfur Contracting Act, and a commitment to small business and disabled veteran business enterprise goals. Bidders must submit a comprehensive bid package consisting of a hard-copy sealed bid form and a searchable electronic PDF of all other supporting documents by November 13, 2026. Key operational requirements include the implementation of a quality control marking process, adherence to cargo preference regulations requiring 50 percent of gross tonnage to be shipped via U.S.-flagged vessels, and the provision of workers' compensation insurance with a waiver of subrogation.