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Rail Testing Services

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2025-IFB-078State & Local

Submission Closed04/23/2026, 10:00:54 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

Valley Metro is seeking contractors to provide rail testing services for its existing rail system, which includes approximately 21.5 miles of T-rail and 20 miles of girder rail, as well as an additional three-mile streetcar route. The contract requires annual inspection and non-destructive testing (NDT) to identify and document defects across these rail segments. The streetcar segment will be priced separately according to the Price Schedule outlined in the solicitation. The solicitation, identified as 2025-IFB-078, was posted on March 13, 2026, with a response deadline of April 23, 2026. It is managed by Valley Metro's Finance and Procurement agency based in Maricopa County, Arizona. Primary contacts for this contract include Rick White, Manager of Maintenance of Way, and Rick Webb, Senior Contracts Administrator, both of whom can provide additional information and support throughout the bidding process. This opportunity is targeted at State, Local, Education, and Tribal (SLED) organizations.

General Info

Valley Metro seeks contractors for annual rail inspection and NDT on multiple rail segments by April 23.

Agency

Arizona → Finance and Procurement

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

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AZ, USA

Set-Aside

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Annual Small Business Participation Plan for DBE-N Program

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Cyber Security Contractor Obligations Rev 202402

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DBE-N Negotiated Clause - Professional Services PTD 02/2026

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Evaluator Scoring Guide for RFP Evaluation

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FTA Certifications Document 202504

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FTA Federal Terms and Conditions Clauses Revised 4-2025

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IFB 2025-IFB-078 Rail Testing Services

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List of Proposed Subcontractors (rev 202402)

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Offer Form Rev 202403

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Responsibility Questionnaire General - Part I & II (rev 202403)

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Certification of Final Payment to Small Business Firms

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Instructions for Public Advertisement Notice

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Non-Collusion Affidavit for Proposal Submission

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PhaseClosed

PostedMar 13

Solicitation

Response DeadlineApr 23

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

04/23/2026, 10:00:54 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyArizona → Finance and Procurement

Contacts2 people available

OfficeMaricopa County, AZ, 85003, USA

Organization / AgencyArizona → Finance and Procurement

Office AddressMaricopa County, AZ, 85003, USA

Contacts

Rick WhiteManager, Maintenance of Way

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Rick WebbSr. Contracts Administrator

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Interested Companies (2)

Corrpro CompaniesHayward, CA

MJ Service IndustriesYucaipa, CA

Full Description

Valley Metro operates and maintains a rail system comprised of approximately 21.5 miles of T-rail and 20 miles of girder rail. The rail system requires annual inspection and non-destructive testing (NDT) to detect and document rail defects. Valley Metro's Streetcar travels along a three-mile route and will also need annual inspection and NDT for rail defects. This section will be priced separately on the Price Schedule.