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Specialized Rail Component Freight Transport

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Response Deadline12/01/2026, 02:00:00 PM EST

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This subcontract for Specialized Rail Component Freight Transport involves the transport and delivery of oversized, heavy rail components to the MBTA Rail Shop located at 21 Arlington Avenue in Charlestown, Massachusetts. The selected provider will be responsible for loading and securing palletized and banded rail assemblies using heavy-lift equipment and flatbed trailers. Due to the nature of the cargo, the contractor must obtain all necessary DOT heavy-haul permits for oversized loads. Operational requirements include strict coordination of delivery windows between 6 AM and 1 PM, with a mandatory 48-hour advance notification period. The opportunity was posted on November 5, 2026, with a response deadline of December 1, 2026. This project falls under NAICS code 484220 and supports prime contractors delivering essential infrastructure components to the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority.

General Info

Transport oversized rail components to MBTA Charlestown shop using heavy-haul permits and equipment.

Agency

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority

NAICS

484220 - Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Local

Place of Performance

MA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of BD-27-1206-40000-40000-135159.

The full solicitation package (5 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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IFB 152C-26 Switch point stock Rail and Frogs

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PostedNov 5

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Response DeadlineDec 1

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12/01/2026, 02:00:00 PM ESTin 26 days

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AgencyMassachusetts Bay Transportation Authority

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Organization / AgencyMassachusetts Bay Transportation Authority

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Performs transport and delivery of oversized, heavy rail components for prime contractors delivering to the MBTA Rail Shop in Charlestown, MA. Loads and secures palletized and banded rail assemblies using flatbed trailers and heavy-lift equipment. Coordinates delivery windows (6 AM to 1 PM) with 48-hour advance notification. Requires DOT heavy-haul permits for oversized loads. Delivers components to 21 Arlington Avenue.

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