Replace Trolley Lift Cable (Rebid)

The New Orleans Regional Transit Authority is soliciting bids under IFB 2026-035 for the replacement of a trolley lift cable set and associated hardware at 8201 Willow Street, New Orleans, LA. The scope of work requires the removal of the existing upper plate, upright C-channel components, and damaged lift cables, followed by the fabrication and installation of a new upright C-Channel post and a secure trolley lift cable system. The selected contractor must perform all necessary inspection and testing to ensure safe functionality and handle the proper disposal of all removed materials. All goods must be delivered in excellent condition within 30 calendar days of the executed contract and purchase order, accompanied by a signed Certificate of Conformance. Bids are due by October 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM and will be evaluated based on a total base bid and unit prices, typically favoring the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. To be considered responsive, submissions must include a Louisiana Uniform Public Work Bid Form, certificates regarding primary and lower-tier debarment, a Buy America Certificate, a non-collusion affidavit, and a certification of restrictions on lobbying. The project mandates compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act, the Copeland Anti-Kickback Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Equal Employment Opportunity requirements. While the RTA maintains an overall DBE utilization goal of 31% for federally funded projects, no specific goal has been established for this particular contract.