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Stainless Steel Welding Fabrication – Diaphragm Mounting Frame

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State & Local

Response Deadline08/20/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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The contract involves the precision fabrication of diaphragm mounting frames from stainless steel, strictly following the dimensional tolerances outlined in Metra Specification M-13-010. This is a subcontract opportunity issued by Metra under NAICS code 332439, requiring high-accuracy welding and fabrication to meet technical standards for performance and reliability in rail infrastructure applications. The work must be completed to exacting specifications, with no flexibility in material or dimensional requirements, ensuring compatibility and safety within Metra’s operational systems. Responses are due by August 20, 2026, and the opportunity was posted on July 28, 2026, with no set-aside designation listed. The place of performance and point of contact details are not provided, but all work must align with Metra’s technical protocols. Interested parties must access the opportunity through the provided BonfireHub link to submit proposals and obtain any additional documentation required for compliance. The contract demands proven expertise in stainless steel fabrication and familiarity with rail industry standards.

General Info

Stainless steel diaphragm frames fabricated to Metra M-13-010 specs, due August 20, 2026.

Agency

Illinois → MetraView Agency

NAICS

332439 - Other Metal Container ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

IL, USA

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NONE

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PostedJul 28

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Response DeadlineAug 20

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08/20/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTCin 22 days

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Precision fabrication of diaphragm mounting frames using stainless steel, adhering to dimensional tolerances per Metra Specification M-13-010.

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