R27CN01 - Riverside/Innerbelt VMF Upgrades - Trade RFQ

The contract R27CN01 - Riverside and Innerbelt Vehicle Maintenance Facility Upgrades is aimed at modernizing key maintenance facilities to accommodate the MBTA’s new Type 10 Light Rail Vehicles, ensuring operational readiness as part of the broader Green Line Vehicle Facilities Project. The work involves facility upgrades at Riverside and Innerbelt locations in Boston, Massachusetts, to support the unique maintenance, inspection, and storage requirements of the upcoming fleet. The solicitation is open to trades and contractors through the CommBuys portal, with bids due by August 26, 2026, and was posted on August 6, 2026. The project falls under NAICS code 238210 for electrical and building construction services and is managed by the Massachusetts agency Capital Delivery within the MBTA. All bids must be submitted through the official Commbuys platform, and the primary point of contact for inquiries is Allison Sweeney, Purchaser, located at the MBTA’s Boston office in the 02116 zip code. The facility upgrades are critical to sustainably integrating the new rail vehicles into service, and the work scope is expected to include structural, mechanical, and possibly electrical modifications tailored to the specifications of the Type 10 fleet. No set-aside classifications are specified, indicating the opportunity is open to all qualified contractors without restricted eligibility. Completion of this upgrade is essential to the MBTA’s long-term transit improvement goals and vehicle lifecycle management strategy.