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Railroad Switch Parts

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IFB No. 209662AState & Local

Submission Closed08/13/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

Metra has issued a solicitation for the procurement of railroad switch parts under IFB No. 209662A, with bids due by August 13, 2026, at 7:00 PM CT. The contract is structured for a three-year term and requires submission through the BonfireHub platform, with a virtual bid opening scheduled via Microsoft Teams on the same deadline date. The procurement is for parts to support railroad infrastructure in Illinois, with performance expected to occur within the state. No set-aside provisions or NAICS codes are specified, and the opportunity is open to all eligible bidders without restriction based on business size or category. The point of contact details are not listed in the posted information, and inquiries should be directed through the provided online portal.

General Info

Metra seeks railroad switch parts for three years, bids due August 13, 2026, via BonfireHub, performance in Illinois.

Agency

Illinois → Metra

NAICS

488210 - Support Activities for Rail Transportation

Place of Performance

IL, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

Exhibit 1-N Price List Railroad Switch Parts

price-list

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IFB 209662A Railroad Switch Parts Addendum No. 1

amendment

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IFB No. 209662A - Buy America Certificate

specifications

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IFB No. 209662A - Railroad Switch Parts

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METRA Bid/Proposal Affidavits and Certifications

certification

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Metra Solicitation 209662A - Exhibit 1-M Contract Signature Page

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Exhibit 1-K Buy America Certificate

certificate

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IFB 209662A Contract Signature Page for Railroad Switch Parts

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IFB 209662A Railroad Switch Parts Contract Signature Page

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Metra Solicitation 209662A Prime-Subcontractor List

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Price List - Railroad Switch Parts / Buy America Certificate

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PhaseClosed

PostedJul 28

Solicitation

Response DeadlineAug 13

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

08/13/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyIllinois → Metra

ContactsNo contacts available

OfficeIL, USA

Organization / AgencyIllinois → Metra

Office AddressIL, USA

ContactsNo contact information available

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Full Description

Purchase Agreement for Three (3) Years for Railroad Switch Parts
Bid Opening via Microsoft Teams https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/252208977296284?p=sHS0N7Ux5CLR3IWjqQ