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Railcar Fabrication & Assembly

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Response Deadline11/25/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for Railcar Fabrication and Assembly supports NSWC Crane strategic weapons transport projects under the Department of Defense. The scope of work involves the manufacture of physical flatcar structures for prime contractors, specifically focusing on the fabrication of railcar frames and decks. Utilizing industrial machining and heavy-duty welding, the contractor must ensure deliverables meet a maximum weight of 99,200 lbs and a gross rail load of 286,000 lbs. The final objective is the delivery of fully assembled and commissioned flat railcars that are approved for operation on U.S. rail networks. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 336510, with a response deadline set for November 25, 2026.

General Info

Subcontract for fabricating and assembling DoD railcars, due by November 25, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Nswc Crane

NAICS

336510 - Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing

Place of Performance

IN, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of N0016426RGW20.

The full solicitation package (4 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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N0016426RGW20-PROCUREMENT OF DESIGN AND PRODUCTION OF FLAT RAILCARS-PSC 2220- NAICS 336510

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PostedOct 26

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Response DeadlineNov 25

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11/25/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTCin 29 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Nswc Crane

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Manufactures physical flatcar structures for prime contractors on NSWC Crane strategic weapons transport projects. Fabricates railcar frames and decks to a maximum weight of 99,200 lbs and gross rail load of 286,000 lbs using heavy-duty welding and industrial machining. Delivers fully assembled and commissioned flat railcars approved for use on U.S. rail networks.

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