37301_Oct_15_26_solicitation_doc.pdf

This is a Request for Information (RFI) solicitation issued by the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) seeking input from locomotive manufacturers and suppliers on dual-mode locomotive technology. The RFI, numbered 37301, is open to all vendors and focuses on catenary AC/diesel propulsion systems and alternative propulsion technologies. CTDOT is in the information-gathering phase to develop technical specifications for future dual-mode locomotive procurement for the Northeast United States. The RFI period runs from June 11, 2026 through August 14, 2026, with vendor questions accepted through August 7, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. EDT. Responses must be submitted via email to dot.trains@ct.gov by the August 14, 2026 deadline at 5:00 p.m. EDT. No site visits or bidder's conferences are scheduled. CTDOT anticipates issuing a formal Request for Proposals (RFP) in early 2027 based on information gathered through this RFI process.

The solicitation contains 36 questions addressing propulsion technologies, energy sources, emissions standards, safety features, regulatory compliance, manufacturing capabilities, and historical performance. No pricing information, formal proposals, or pre-qualification for future bidding are requested at this stage. This RFI is designated as having no line items and no estimated total value is specified. Payment and delivery terms are unspecified as this is an information-gathering instrument. Confidential information clearly marked as such will be treated confidentially by CTDOT. Respondents are instructed to direct process inquiries to Marci.Petterson@ct.gov with a copy to primary contact Ramzee Beyah at 203-497-3355 or Ramzee.Beyah@ct.gov. CTDOT reserves the right to revise the RFI through addenda posted to CTSource.