Melissa E. Reams

Request for Information (RFI) for Supplying Rail Equipment Batteries

Department Of TransportationMA, USA

NAICS

335910

Battery Manufacturing

PSC

2240

Railway Equipment

Posted Feb 11, 2026

6913G6-26-TBD

Closed

Awarded

Manufacture and Delivery of Quantity of 25 Railway Boxcars: U.S. Naval Weapons Station Earle, NJ

Department Of TransportationMA, USA

NAICS

336510

Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing

PSC

2220

Railway Equipment

SBA

Awarded Aug 22, 2025

Awarded

Manufacture and Delivery of 1 Ballast Regulator to Fort Drum, New York

Department Of TransportationMA, USA

NAICS

336510

Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing

PSC

2230

Railway Equipment

6913G625P800058

Awarded Jun 23, 2025

Federal2

Manufacture and Delivery of Quantity of 25 Railway Boxcars: U.S. Naval Weapons Station Earle, NJ

The U.S. Department of Transportation, through the John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center, has issued a solicitation for the manufacture and delivery of twenty-five railway boxcars and one automated railcar air brake test machine with a calibration kit, to be delivered to the U.S. Naval Weapons Station in Earle, NJ. This opportunity, classified under NAICS code 336510 and set aside exclusively for small businesses, is structured to encourage competitive quotations from qualified vendors. The solicitation number is 6913G625Q300022, and interested parties must direct their questions by June 24, 2025, with final quotations due by July 2, 2025, to the contracting officer via email. In a recent clarification, the government confirmed it does not mandate a specific make or model for the automated railcar air brake test machine. While Wabtec’s Automated Single Car Test Device (ASCTD) was referenced during market research as an approved option, vendors are welcome to propose any device that fulfills all the requirements specified in the solicitation. All proposals will be evaluated equally based on these criteria, with no advantage afforded to any particular brand or model. The terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged, and all communication should be directed to the designated contracting officer.

Department Of TransportationMA, USA

NAICS

336510

Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing

PSC

2220

Railway Equipment

Posted Jun 25, 2025

SBA6913G625Q300022

Closed

Federal3

Manufacture and Delivery of Quantity of 25 Railway Boxcars: U.S. Naval Weapons Station Earle, NJ

The U.S. Department of Transportation's John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center is seeking to manufacture and deliver twenty-five railway boxcars and one automated railcar air brake test machine along with a calibration kit to the U.S. Naval Weapons Station in Earle, New Jersey. The solicitation emphasizes that there is no preferred make or model for the brake test device, allowing vendors to quote any item that meets the specified requirements. During market research, the government identified Wabtec’s Automated Single Car Test Device as a potential approved option, but all submissions will be evaluated equally based on the criteria outlined in the solicitation. The contract is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the SBA's Total Small Business Set-Aside program, with the NAICS code 336510. Interested vendors must submit questions or clarification requests by June 24, 2025, at 12:00 pm EDT, and quotations are due by July 2, 2025, at 3:00 pm EDT. All communications and submissions should be directed via email to Melissa Reams at melissa.reams@dot.gov. The solicitation details, including the scope of work and submission instructions, are accessible through the provided link. The contract aims to support transportation infrastructure with a focus on small business participation, ensuring competitive evaluation based solely on the criteria specified in the solicitation.

Department Of TransportationMA, USA

NAICS

336510

Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing

PSC

2220

Railway Equipment

Posted Jun 25, 2025

SBA6913G625Q300022

Closed

Awarded1

Lodging for US DOT - Volpe Center Award Notice and J&A

The United States Department of Transportation, through the Volpe National Transportation Systems Center, has awarded a purchase order for lodging accommodations near The Volpe Center in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The contract specifically addresses the need for two room blocks, ensuring convenient lodging options in proximity to the Center. The award is valued at $320,391 and was officially granted on May 21, 2025. Residence Inn by Marriott, LLC, located in Cambridge, MA, is the recipient of this contract. The solicitation and award were managed under the identifier 6913G625P800029. All relevant details, including points of contact and contract terms, are accessible through the official contract notice. The awarded accommodations fall under the NAICS code 721110, representing Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels, and are intended to support the needs of the US DOT staff and affiliates requiring overnight stays near the Volpe Center.

Department Of TransportationCambridge, MA, USA$320K est.

NAICS

721110

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels

no_set_aside_used

Awarded

Awarded2

Lodging for US DOT - Volpe Center Award Notice and J&A

Department Of TransportationCambridge, MA, USA

NAICS

721110

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels

6913G625P800029

Awarded May 21, 2025

Federal1

Manufacture and Delivery of 1 Ballast Regulator to Fort Drum, New York

The U.S. Department of Transportation's John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center in Cambridge, MA, is seeking to manufacture and deliver a single Ballast Regulator to Fort Drum, NY. The solicitation, numbered 6913G625Q300023, was posted on March 24, 2025, and sets a deadline for questions by 2:00 pm EDT on March 28, 2025. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by 4:30 pm EDT on April 7, 2025, via email to Melissa Reams at melissa.reams@dot.gov, with the solicitation number included in the subject line. The contract falls under NAICS code 336510, which pertains to railroad rolling stock manufacturing, indicating the specialized nature of the equipment required. This procurement is managed by the Department of Transportation's System Center, and all communications and submissions are to be directed to the designated point of contact.

Department Of TransportationMA, USA

NAICS

336510

Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing

PSC

2230

Railway Equipment

Posted Mar 24, 2025

6913G625Q300023

Closed

Federal4

Manufacture and Delivery of 1 Ballast Regulator to Fort Drum, New York

The contract involves the manufacturing and delivery of one Ballast Regulator to Fort Drum, New York. It is issued by the Department of Transportation, specifically the Office of the Secretary and the Volpe National Transportation Systems Center. This solicitation has been designated as a "Total Small Business Set-Aside" under the Small Business Administration (SBA) criteria, according to FAR 19.5. The solicitation number is 6913G625Q300006, and the National American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code applicable to this contract is 336510, which pertains to railroad equipment manufacturing. The contract was posted on February 21, 2025, and remains active, with a response deadline fixed on February 25, 2025, by 4:30 PM Eastern Time. The provided point of contact for further inquiries is Melissa Reams, reachable via email at melissa.reams@dot.gov. The transaction does not have a specified awardee yet, and potential contractors can find more details and submit their proposals through the SAM.gov portal. The place of performance is at Fort Drum, New York, while the office responsible for the contract is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Department Of TransportationFort Drum, NY, USA$100K–$200K est.

NAICS

336510

Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing

PSC

2230

Railway Equipment

Posted Feb 21, 2025

SBA6913G625Q300006

Closed

Federal7

Manufacture and Delivery of 1 Ballast Regulator to Fort Drum, New York

The U.S. Department of Transportation's John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is seeking to manufacture and deliver a single Ballast Regulator to Fort Drum, New York. This procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside under the NAICS code 336510, which pertains to railroad rolling stock manufacturing. The solicitation, numbered 6913G625Q300006, was posted on February 21, 2025, and the deadline for submitting quotations has been extended to February 25, 2025, at 4:30 pm EST. Interested vendors are instructed to submit their quotations via email to Melissa Reams at melissa.reams@dot.gov. All other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged. The contract aims to support transportation infrastructure needs, and potential bidders should review the detailed solicitation for specific requirements and instructions.

Department Of TransportationFort Drum, NY, USA

NAICS

336510

Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing

PSC

2230

Railway Equipment

Posted Feb 21, 2025

SBA6913G625Q300006

Closed