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Ultrasonic Rail Flaw Detection and Field Verification

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Response Deadline10/23/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for the City of Charlotte involves providing ultrasonic rail flaw detection and field verification services for rail projects. The scope of work includes performing stop and start testing, real-time data acquisition, and the verification of suspect indications using both hand-held equipment and road-to-rail inspection vehicles. The contractor is responsible for delivering nightly and final inspection reports and ensuring all rail defects are physically marked. Compliance with AREMA and APTA track safety standards is mandatory, and personnel must complete the CATS Rail Work Protection Program training. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 541380, with a response deadline of October 23, 2026.

General Info

Ultrasonic rail flaw detection and verification services for City of Charlotte rail projects.

Agency

North Carolina → City of Charlotte

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

NC, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 269-2027-2098.

The full solicitation package (3 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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CATS Ultrasonic Testing Services

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PostedSep 21

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Response DeadlineOct 23

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10/23/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTCin 28 days

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AgencyNorth Carolina → City of Charlotte

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Organization / AgencyNorth Carolina → City of Charlotte

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Performs ultrasonic testing (UT) of rails for prime contractors on City of Charlotte (CATS) rail projects. Conducts stop/start testing, real-time data acquisition, and field verification of suspect indications using road-to-rail inspection vehicles and hand-held UT equipment. Adheres to AREMA and APTA track safety standards and requires CATS Rail Work Protection Program (RWPP) training. Delivers nightly and final inspection reports and physically marked rail defects.

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