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Wheelset and Traction Motor, Overhaul, Repair, and Rehabilitation Services

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Virginia Railway Express (VRE) is seeking a qualified and experienced contractor under Invitation for Bids (IFB) 027-004 to provide inspection, repair, overhaul, and rehabilitation services for wheelsets and traction motor assemblies. The scope specifically covers Gallery IV passenger railcars and MP36PH-3C locomotives, including EMD D77 traction motors. The selected contractor must ensure all equipment is rebuilt in kind and delivered within 80 business days of receipt. All work must adhere to Association of American Railroads (AAR) standards, including maintaining a current M-1003 Quality Assurance Certification, as well as complying with 49 CFR 229 and 40 CFR 238 safety standards. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder based on the total bid price. Bidders must demonstrate financial responsibility and technical capability through prior experience and are required to submit comprehensive documentation via the eVA portal by November 17, 2026. Required submissions include a PDF bid package, a bid form in both PDF and Excel formats, and various certifications regarding conflict of interest, non-collusion, and Buy America compliance for procurements exceeding 150,000 dollars. The contractor is also subject to federal and state regulations, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act and the Virginia Fair Employment Act, and must follow strict guidelines for the transportation and labeling of hazardous materials.

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VRE seeks a contractor for wheelset and traction motor inspection and repair services.

Agency

Virginia Railway Express

NAICS

811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance

Place of Performance

VA, USA

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IFB 027-004 Bid Form Certification - Wheelset and Traction Motor Overhaul

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IFB 027-004 - FTA Third Party Contract Provisions

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IFB 027-004 - Representations, Certifications and Other Statements of Bidders/Offerors

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IFB 027-004: Wheelset and Traction Motor Overhaul, Repair, and Rehabilitation Services

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IFB 027-004 Wheelset and Traction Motor Overhaul SOW

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Virginia Railway Express Bid Form 027-004

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Wheelset and Traction Motor Overhaul, Repair, and Rehabilitation Specification

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Home>IFB 027-004 Wheelset and Traction Motor Overhaul, Repair, and Rehabilitation Services INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB) No. 027-004 WHEELSET AND TRACTION MOTOR OVERHAUL, REPAIR, AND REHABILITATION SERVICES The purpose of this Invitation for Bids (IFB) is to establish a Contract with one (1) qualified and experienced Contractor for wheelset and traction motor overhaul, repair, and rehabilitation services for VRE’s fleet of Gallery IV passenger railcars and MP36PH-3C locomotives. Bids will be considered from qualified and experienced companies who are regularly established in the business of providing wheelset and traction motor overhaul, repair, and rehabilitation services, and in the judgment of VRE are financially responsible. Through prior work performed, Bidders must be able to show evidence of reliability, ability, and experience to perform the work. Please be advised that it is your responsibility to monitor this site for any addenda. Failure to submit signed addenda may be grounds to declare your Bid non-responsive. Any changes to the solicitation will be issued through a written addendum to the solicitation. Bids are due November 17, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. ET. Inquiries regarding this Invitation for Bids should be directed to: Amanda Vitko Contracts Administrator Virginia Railway Express 1500 King Street, Suite 202 Alexandria, VA 22314-2730 Telephone/Fax: (703) 838-5414 Email: avitko@vre.org Kristin Nutter Director of Purchasing and Contract Administration Virginia Railway Express 1500 King Street, Suite 202 Alexandria, VA 22314-2730 Telephone/Fax: (703) 838-5441 Email: knutter@vre.org Invitation for Bids Posted October 14, 2026 IFB 027-004 Attachments Posted October 14, 2026 Attachment A - Scope of Work Posted October 14, 2026 Attachment B - Wheelset and Traction Motor Overhaul, Repair, and Rehabilitation Specification Posted October 14, 2026 Attachment C - Representations, Certifications and Other Statements of Bidders/Offerors Posted October 14, 2026 Attachment D - Bid Form Certification Posted October 14, 2026 Attachment D1 - Bid Form Posted October 14, 2026 Attachment E - Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Third Party Contract Provisions

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