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Rail Transportation Safety & Tank Car Performance Analysis

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The Rail Transportation Safety and Tank Car Performance Analysis subcontract, managed by the Department of Transportation's 693JK3 Acquisition Services Division, focuses on scientific research regarding rail tank car safety for PHMSA projects. The scope of work involves modeling derailment dynamics, testing tank car performance under real-world loading conditions, and developing IoT-based monitoring and inspection technologies. Key deliverables include derailment simulation models, sensor prototypes, and predictive analytics reports for rail safety. Qualified candidates must possess specialized expertise in structural engineering and proficiency with derailment simulation software. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 541330 and was posted on August 24, 2026, with a response deadline of November 18, 2026. Performance is centered in the 79033 zip code area.

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DOT subcontract for rail tank car safety research, modeling, and IoT monitoring technologies.

NAICS

541330 - Engineering Services

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79033, DC, USA

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This scope was carved out of PHMSA-26HM-BAA.

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Office of Hazardous Materials Safety Research Initiative – FY2026 BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT (BAA)

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Performs scientific research on rail tank car safety for prime contractors on PHMSA rail projects. Models derailment dynamics, tests tank car performance under real-world loading, and develops IoT-based inspection and monitoring technologies. Requires expertise in structural engineering and derailment simulation software. Delivers derailment simulation models, sensor prototypes, and rail safety predictive analytics reports.

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