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Uniform Design and Apparel Consulting

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Response Deadline10/16/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for Uniform Design and Apparel Consulting focuses on the conceptual design and aesthetic development of modern transit uniforms for prime contractors supporting Metra customer care projects. The selected provider will be responsible for creating narrative descriptions of uniform concepts and producing high-quality images, sketches, and lookbook-style visuals using CAD or Adobe Suite. The primary objective is to ensure a balance between brand consistency and the establishment of public trust through professional apparel design. The contract deliverables include comprehensive design concepts, detailed sketches, and a final visual lookbook. This opportunity is associated with NAICS code 541430 and was posted by Metra in Illinois on August 12, 2026, with a response deadline of October 16, 2026.

General Info

Subcontract for Metra transit uniform design, visual concepts, and apparel consulting services.

Agency

Illinois → MetraView Agency

NAICS

541430 - Graphic Design ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

IL, USA

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Documents

This scope was carved out of RFI No. 21.

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

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CUSTOMER CARE UNIFORMS

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Timeline

PostedAug 12

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Response DeadlineOct 16

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10/16/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTCin about 1 month

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AgencyIllinois → Metra

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Performs conceptual design and aesthetic development of modern transit uniforms for prime contractors on Metra customer care projects. Develops narrative descriptions of uniform concepts and creates images, sketches, and lookbook-style visuals using CAD or Adobe Suite to balance brand consistency with public trust. Delivers design concepts, sketches, and a visual lookbook.

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