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Supply of AAR-Compliant Railcar Trucks and Brake Systems

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Response Deadline10/21/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

Contract Overview

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General Info

Agency

Department Of Transportation → 6913G6 Volpe National Transportation System Cntr

NAICS

336510 - Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing

Place of Performance

12225, MA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of RFI-DOT-VOLPE-2026-001.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Refurbished and Used Boxcars

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PostedOct 7

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Response DeadlineOct 21

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10/21/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTCin 13 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Transportation → 6913G6 Volpe National Transportation System Cntr

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Transportation → 6913G6 Volpe National Transportation System Cntr

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Supplies new or refurbished trucks, air brake systems, and hand brakes for prime contractors on DOT Volpe Center projects. Provides trucks rated for 263,000 lbs GRL, manganese steel vertical liners, and air brake components compatible with AAR Standard S 486 or S-4027 testing. Must meet AAR and FRA requirements. Delivers railcar components including trucks, wheels, and brake systems.

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