SEPTA Silverliner VI Railcars RFP August 2026

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NR 1. RFP 25-00300-AMJP

– Silverliner Rail Cars

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is soliciting proposals for the purchase of two hundred and thirty four (234) Rail Cars with five Option Orders. SEPTA may at its option elect to have two (2) of the base order cars configured as Test and Inspection vehicles as detailed in the Technical Specification. The Option Orders are for two separate options of forty six (46), spares for additional option vehicles, and a test and inspection vehicle configuration. Note that SEPTA may exercise an option to configure up to 30 of the first 46-car option orders as an Airport configuration as detailed in the Technical Specification. Proposers are required to submit pricing for the Base order and Option Orders in order for the proposal to be considered responsive.

A. The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is soliciting proposals for the purchase of two hundred and thirty four (234) Rail Cars with five four Option Orders.

• Base Order: two hundred and thirty-four (234) Rail Cars and supporting equipment

• Option 1: Forty-six (46) Rail Cars

• Option 2: Forty-six (46) Rail Cars.

• Option 3: Spares for the option Rail Cars

• Option 4: Configure 30 of the first 46-car option orders as an Airport configuration SEPTA may at its option elect to have two (2) of the base order cars configured as Test and Inspection vehicles as detailed in the Technical Specification. The Option Orders are for two separate options of forty six (46), spares for additional option vehicles, and a test and inspection vehicle configuration. Note that SEPTA may exercise an option to configure up to 30 of the first 46-car option orders as an Airport configuration as detailed in the Technical Specification.

NR 1. RFP 25-00300-AMJP

– Silverliner Rail Cars

Proposers are required to submit pricing for the Base order and Option Orders in order for the proposal to be considered responsive.

B. Proposers are required to submit pricing for the Base order Order and all Option Orders in order for the proposal to be considered responsive.

NR 1. RFP 25-00300-AMJP

– Silverliner Rail Cars

SEPTA will evaluate each proposal in accordance with the criteria specified in Section 2, Instructions to Proposers of the RFP and recommendation for award, if made, to the SEPTA Board will be for the proposal that provides the best value to SEPTA. The proposals submitted should be identified as Request for Proposal No. 25- 00300-AMJP – Silverliner VI Rail Cars.

C. SEPTA will evaluate each proposal in accordance with the criteria specified in Section 2, - Instructions to Proposers of the RFP and r Recommendation for award, if made, to the SEPTA Board will be for the proposal that provides the best value to SEPTA. The proposals submitted should shall be identified as Request for Proposal No. 25-00300-AMJP – Silverliner VI Rail Cars.

NR 1. RFP 25-00300-AMJP

– Silverliner Rail Cars

Proposers are advised that SEPTA is utilizing the Request for Proposal method for this Contract. This procedure affords all proposers the opportunity to submit requests for modifications to the Section 3 - Contract and General Conditions, other terms and provisions, and improvements to the Technical Specification.

D. Proposers are advised that SEPTA is utilizing the Request for Proposal method for this Contract. This procedure affords all proposers the opportunity to submit requests for modifications to the Section 3 - Contract and General Conditions, other terms and provisions, and improvements as well as modifications to the Technical Specification.

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NR 2. Proposal Submission

Each Proposal must be submitted in two (2) separate sealed parts, identified as the Technical Proposal and the Price Proposal. One (1) original and one (1) thumb drive in PDF Format of the Technical Proposal and one (1) original and one (1) thumb drive in PDF Format of the Price Proposal are to be submitted to SEPTA by the close of business (4:30 PM) on Friday, April 10th, 2026. Please direct all correspondence to:

A. Each Proposal must be submitted per the requirements in Section 2, – Instructions to Proposers, two (2) separate sealed parts, identified as the Technical Proposal and the Price Proposal. One (1) original printed copy and one

(1) thumb driveelectronic copy in PDF and Excel Format of the Technical Proposal and one (1) original printed copy and one (1) thumb driveelectronic copy in PDF and Excel Format of the Price Proposal are to be submitted to SEPTA by the close of business (4:30 PM) on Friday, April 10October 30 th, 2026. Please direct all correspondence to:

NR 2. Proposal Submission

No Proposal bonding is required; however, the Best and Final Offer (BAFO) must be accompanied by either a: (1) BAFO Proposal Bond; (2) Cashiers' check; (3) Certified check; (4) Treasurer's check; and / or (5) Official bank check; in the amount of not less than $5,000,000 (USD) drawn in favor of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority. The Proposal Bond must be issued by a qualified surety company currently authorized under 31 CFR Part 223 as possessing a Certificate of Authority as described thereunder and authorized to issue bonds at least up to the dollar amount of the Bid Bond required hereunder.

B. No Proposal bonding is required; however, the Best and Final Offer (BAFO) must be accompanied by either a: (1) BAFO Proposal Bond; (2) Cashiers' check;

(3) Certified check; (4) Treasurer's check; and / or (5) Official bank check; in the amount of not less than $5,000,000 (USD) drawn in favor of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority. The Proposal Bond must be issued by a qualified surety company currently authorized under 31 CFR Part 223 as possessing a Certificate of Authority as described thereunder and authorized to issue bonds at least up to the dollar amount of the Bid Proposal Bond required hereunder.

NR 3. Proposal Acceptance Period he Proposal shall be binding upon the Proposer for one hundred and twenty (120) calendar days following the "Best and Final Offer". Any proposal on which the Proposer shortens the acceptance period will be rejected, although the acceptance period may be extended by mutual agreement between SEPTA and the Proposer.

A. The Proposal shall be binding upon the Proposer for one hundred and twenty

(120) calendar days following the "Best and Final Offer". Any proposal on which the Proposer shortens the acceptance period will be rejected, although the acceptance period may be extended by mutual agreement between SEPTA and the Proposer.

NR 4. Questions N/A

A. Prior to submitting proposals, each prospective Proposer should examine the RFP Documents carefully and submit in writing any requests for an interpretation or correction of any ambiguity, inconsistency, or error therein.

This should include a list of any items for which the Proposer requires clarification before it can determine its ability to comply, stating the specifics of the clarification requested (e.g., describing what the Proposer does not understand about the specification, or what the Proposer believes may be an error and why it is believed to be an error); and, if the Proposer believes a specification is in conflict with another specification or other requirement of the Work, identify the sections it believes are in conflict and why; and any other clarification with sufficient description to enable SEPTA to provide the appropriate clarification.

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NR 4. Questions

All questions pertaining to this Request for Proposal must be submitted in writing to SEPTA - Procurement & Contracts Department, Attn: Michael Piselli 1234 Market Street - 11th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107-3780 or email at mpiselli@septa.org. All questions must be received no later than the close of business (4:30 PM) on Friday January 30, 2026.

B . All questions or requests for clarification pertaining to this Request for Proposal must be submitted in writing to SEPTA - Procurement & Contracts Department, Attn: Michael Piselli 1234 Market Street - 11th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107-3780 or email at mpiselli@septa.org. All questions must be received no later than the close of business (4:30 PM) on Friday January 30September 25 , 2026.

IP 1. General

You (hereinafter referred to as “Proposer”) are requested to submit a formal proposal (hereinafter referred to as “Proposal”) for the required Material and / or Equipment detailed in the Contract Documents (hereinafter referred to as “Project”) in accordance with this Request for Proposal (RFP). Any information in addition to that required by this RFP which Proposer feels will help in the evaluation of its Proposal is to be submitted with its Proposal. Any Proposal submitted must comply with the requirements of this RFP as herein stated including all applicable Federal, State and Local laws, and is to be signed by an officer legally authorized to bind Proposer to athe Contract (hereinafter referred to as “Contract”) and shall be submitted to SEPTA in writing, in the time and in the manner described herein.

Following is the RFP Quantity & Delivery Schedule:

A. You (hereinafter referred to as “Proposer”) are requested to submit a formal proposal (hereinafter referred to as “Proposal”) for the required Material and / or Equipment detailed in the Contract Documents (hereinafter referred to as “Project”) in accordance with this Request for Proposal (RFP). Any information in addition to that required by this RFP which Proposer feels will help in the evaluation of its Proposal is to be submitted with its Proposal. Any Proposal submitted must comply with the requirements of this RFP as herein stated including all applicable Federal, State and Local laws, and is to be signed by an officer legally authorized to bind Proposer to athe Contract (hereinafter referred to as “Contract”) and shall be submitted to SEPTA in writing, in the time and in the manner described herein. Following is the RFP Quantity & Delivery Schedule:

IP 1. General SILVERLINER VI RAIL CARS SILVERLINER VI RAIL CARS QUANTITY & DELIVERY SCHEDULE IP 1. General Will vary with NTP date. Note: The schedule above Ww ill vary with NTP date.

IP 2. Form of Proposal N/A

A. Prospective proposers shall submit proposals for the Base Order and four (4) Option Orders:

• Base Order: two hundred and thirty-four (234) Rail Cars and supporting equipment

• Option 1: Forty-six (46) Rail Cars

• Option 2: Forty-six (46) Rail Cars

• Option 3: Spares for the option Rail Cars

• Option 4: Configure 30 of the first 46-car option orders as an Airport configuration

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IP 2. Form of Proposal

Each Proposal shall be submitted in two (2) separate sealed envelopes/packages, one containing the Technical Proposal and one containing the Price Proposal. One

(1) original and one (1) thumb drive in PDF Format of the Technical Proposal and one (1) original and one (1) thumb drive in PDF Format of the Price Proposal are to be submitted in sealed envelopes/packages which are identified on the face with the name of the Proposer and the Project name. This Proposal must be identified as RFP No. 25-00300-AMJP.

B. Each Proposal (consisting of the Base Order and the four Option Orders) shall be submitted in two (2) separate sealed envelopes/packages, one containing the Technical Proposal and one containing the Price Proposal.

1. The Technical Proposal envelope/package shall contain Oneone (1) original printed copy (see IP 2.1) and one (1) thumb drive electronic copy in PDF and Excel Format. of the Technical Proposal and

2. The Price Proposal envelope/package shall contain one (1) original printed copy and one (1) thumb driveelectronic copy in PDF and Excel Format of the Price Proposa.

3. l are to beThe envelopes/packages shall be submitted in sealed envelopes/packages which areand identified on the face with the name of the Proposer and the Project nameRFP No ( . This Proposal must be identified as Request for Proposal No. 25-00300-AMJP – Silverliner VI Rail Cars).

IP 2.1 Technical Proposal Submission

In a separate binder(s), each Proposer shall provide the following technical information. This binder shall contain alpha-numeric designated tabs, corresponding to the paragraphs and elements listed within IP 11 – Technical Proposal Format. The response to each paragraph should be contained within its respective tab. For example, the Proposer’s documentation on how acceleration requirements will be met should be presented within Tab 11.1. Each tab should include all information requested in its entirety and be fully self-contained, and not reference attachments distributed throughout the proposal. Each Technical Proposal shall demonstrate that all the equipment integrates and satisfies the functional requirements in the specification. General statements or overall descriptions may be used to supplement the material presented. If any exceptions to the Technical Specification are to be made, the Technical Proposal shall include a complete tabulation of every exception to the Technical Specification in the form of a compliance matrix (see IP 11.1 Tab 30).

A. In a separate binder(s), each Proposer shall provide the following technical information. This binder shall contain alpha-numeric designated tabs, corresponding to the paragraphs and elements listed within IP 11 – Technical Proposal Format. The response to each paragraph should be contained within its respective tab. For example, the Proposer’s documentation on how acceleration requirements will be met should be presented within Tab 11.12 . Each tab should include all information requested in its entirety and be fully self-contained, and not reference attachments distributed throughout the proposal. Each Technical Proposal shall demonstrate that all the proposed equipment integrates and satisfies the functional requirements in the Technical specificationSpecification .

General statements or overall descriptions may be used to supplement the material presented. If any exceptions to the Technical Specification are to be made, the Technical Proposal shall include a complete tabulation of every exception to the Technical Specification in the form of a compliance matrix (see IP IP 11.1 Technical Approach 11.1, Tab 3029 – Compliance Matrix ).

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IP 2.1 Technical Proposal Submission

The Technical Proposal should be clear and concise, and completely explain how the Proposer will meet the stated objectives. Brevity and clarity are desired.

Statements merely indicating that the Proposer will meet specific requirements are not acceptable. The Technical Proposal will be judged on the completeness, clarity and technical content of the proposal as elaborated in IP 11 - Technical Proposal Format and IP 12 – Selection Process.

B. The Technical Proposal should be clear and concise , and completely explain how the Proposer will meet the stated objectives. Brevity and clarity are desired.

Statements merely indicating that the Proposer will meet specific requirements are not acceptable. The Technical Proposal will be judged on the completeness, clarity and technical content of the proposal as elaborated in IP 11 - Technical Proposal Format andIP 12. Selection Process IP 12 – Selection Process.

IP 2.1 Technical Proposal Submission

If more than one type of car is offered, the Proposer shall submit a separate and complete Technical Proposal (or separate and completely referenced sections within one Technical Proposal) for each car being offered. The Proposer is responsible for duplicating the required submission forms and documents for each respective proposal.

C. If more than one type of car is offered, the Proposer shall submit a separate and complete Technical and Price Proposal (or separate and completely referenced sections within one Technical Proposal) for each car being offered.

The Proposer is responsible for duplicating the required Proposal submission forms and documents for each respective proposal.

IP 4. Proposal Security Requirements

IP 4. Proposal Security Requirements No Proposal bonding is required; however, the Best and Final Offer (BAFO) must be accompanied by either a: (1) BAFO Proposal Bond; (2) Cashiers' check; (3) Certified check; (4) Treasurer's check; and / or (5) Official bank check; in the amount of not less than $5,000,000 (USD) drawn in favor of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority. The Proposal Bond must be issued by a qualified surety company currently authorized under 31 CFR Part 223 as possessing a Certificate of Authority as described thereunder and authorized to issue bond at least up to the dollar amount of the Proposal Bond required hereunder.

IP 4. Proposal Security Responsibility Requirements No Proposal bonding is required; however, the Best and Final Offer (BAFO) must be accompanied by either a: (1) BAFO Proposal Bond; (2) Cashiers' check; (3) Certified check; (4) Treasurer's check; and / or (5) Official bank check; in the amount of not less than $5,000,000 (USD) drawn in favor of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority. The Proposal Bond must be issued by a qualified surety company currently authorized under 31 CFR Part 223 as possessing a Certificate of Authority as described thereunder and authorized to issue bond at least up to the dollar amount of the Proposal Bond required hereunder.

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IP 4.2 Responsibility of Others

IP 4.2 Responsibility of Others

SEPTA:

A. PROJECT MANAGER

SEPTA will provide a Project Manager (hereinafter referred to as "SEPTA's Project Manager") and management team which shall provide the technical direction of the Project. The SEPTA team shall also monitor and review the progress of the Proposer's services in order to aid in the program coordination. The participation by SEPTA's Project Manager shall not relieve the Proposer from its obligations under the terms of the Contract.

B. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR

SEPTA will also provide an administrator for the Contract (hereinafter referred to as "SEPTA's Contract Administrator"). All changes to contract requirements which need to be performed under the Contract must receive the prior written authorization of SEPTA's Contract Administrator

IP 4.2 Responsibility of Others SEPTA A. SEPTA will provide the following for the duration of the Contract :

A. PROJECT MANAGER 1. Project Manager – SEPTA will provide a Project Manager (hereinafter referred to as "SEPTA's Project Manager") and management team which shall provide the technical direction of the Project. The SEPTA team shall also monitor and review the progress of the Proposer's services in order to aid in the program coordination. The participation by SEPTA's Project Manager shall not relieve the Proposer from its obligations under the terms of the Contract.

B. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR 2. Contract Administrator – SEPTA will also provide an administrator for the Contract (hereinafter referred to as "SEPTA's Contract Administrator"). All changes to contract requirements which need to be performed under the Contract must receive the prior written authorization of SEPTA's Contract Administrator

IP 5. Submission of Proposals

One (1) original and one (1) thumb drive in PDF Format of the Technical Proposal and one (1) original and one (1) thumb drive in PDF Format of the Price Proposal in sealed envelopes which are identified on the face with the name of the Proposer and the Project name, shall be submitted to:

A. One (1) original and one (1) thumb drive in PDF Format of the Technical Proposal and one (1) original and one (1) thumb drive in PDF Format of the Price Proposal in sealed envelopes which are identified on the face with the name of the Proposer and the Project name, Proposals shall be submitted to:

IP 5.1 Price Proposal

1. The Price Proposal shall be submitted on Exhibit 1 - Price Proposal along with any other additional information required to make it complete. The Price Proposal must include pricing for the Option.

1. B. The Price Proposal shall be submitted on Contract Exhibit 1 - Price Proposal Schedule along with any other additional information required to make it complete. The Price Proposal must include pricing for the Options .

IP 5.2 Restrictions on Contact with Authority Employees

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IP 5.2 Restrictions on Contact with Authority Employees A. Prospective Proposers are advised that until the award of any Contract pursuant to this RFP, they are not permitted to contact SEPTA employees about a matter related to this solicitation unless they have received the permission of the Point of Contact for this RFP, Michael Piselli.

IP 5.3 Oral Presentations and Demonstrations

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IP 5.3 Oral Presentations and Demonstrations A. SEPTA may require Proposers to give oral presentations regarding their proposals and/or to exhibit or demonstrate the items they are proposing after the Proposal Submittal Date.

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IP 5.4 Disclosure of Proposals

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IP 5.4 Disclosure of Proposals A. Upon submission, proposals and other materials submitted by Proposers become records subject to the Freedom of Information Law of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (FOIL). SEPTA may deny the public access to such records or applicable portions thereof which (a) are trade secrets or are maintained for the regulation of commercial enterprise which, if disclosed, would cause substantial injury to a competitive position of the subject enterprise, (b) are specifically exempted from disclosure by State and Federal Statute, or (c) are otherwise exempted from disclosure under FOIL.

B. Proposers should mark confidential only those portions of their proposals which they believe are not required to be disclosed under FOIL. Labeling information as confidential will result in the applicability of the trade secrets provisions of FOIL. FOIL includes procedures for determining, in response to a request for access to materials labeled "Trade Secrets", whether such materials are in fact trade secrets under FOIL. If materials are in fact trade secrets, access will be denied. If the materials are not in fact trade secrets and are otherwise publicly accessible records, access must be granted.

IP 6.1 Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)

All respondents must submit a copy of the company’s official Transit Vehicle Manufacturers Certificate attesting to the requirements of 49 CFR Part 26 along with the signed DBE Approval Certification (Attached in Exhibit D – DBE Approval Certification).

All respondents must submit a copy of the company’s official Transit Vehicle Manufacturers Certificate attesting to the requirements of 49 CFR Part 26 along with the signed DBE Approval Certification (Attached in Exhibit D – DBE Approval Certification).

IP 6.4 Certificate of Compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986

IP 6.4 Certificate of Compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 Certificate of Compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, attached in Exhibit D.

IP 6.4 Certificate of Compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 Certificate of Compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, attached in Exhibit D.

IP 8. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

SEPTA REQUIREMENTS NONDISCRIMINATION:

**All requirements in this section**

SEPTA REQUIREMENTS NONDISCRIMINATION:

**All requirements in this section**

IP 9.1 Modifications to SEPTA's Form of Contract

If an award of Contract is made as a result of this RFP, the proposed form of Contract which the Proposer will be required to execute is included, and the Proposers are urged to review the Contract fully. SEPTA may, at its sole discretion consider modifications to the terms of the proposed Contract, provided the Proposer specifically requests such modifications during the questions period and in its Technical Proposal.

A. If an award of Contract is made as a result of this RFP, the proposed form of Contract which the Proposer will be required to execute is included, and the Proposers are urged to review the Contract fully. SEPTA may, at its sole discretion consider modifications to the terms of the proposed Contract, provided the Proposer specifically requests such modifications during the questions period of this procurement and in its Technical Proposal.

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IP 9.1 Modifications to SEPTA's Form of Contract

The Contract requires that all tasks described in the RFP and/or Proposal shall be the Proposer's sole responsibility and shall be performed by the Proposer and its subcontractors/ sub-consultants. As part of the negotiation process (see IP 12 - Selection Process), SEPTA may elect to consolidate the services described in the RFP and the Proposal into a single document. The single document shall then become an Attachment to the Contract instead of the RFP and Proposal.

B. The Contract requires that all tasks described in the RFP and/or Proposal shall be the Proposer's sole responsibility and shall be performed by the Proposer and its subcontractors/ sub-consultants. As part of the negotiation process (see IP 12.

Selection Process), SEPTA may elect to consolidate the services described in the RFP and the Proposal into a single document. The single document shall then become an Attachment to the Contract instead of the RFP and Proposal.

IP 9.2 Insurance The Proposer shall be required to provide insurance as subject to the requirements of Contract.

A. The Proposer shall be required to provide insurance as subject to the requirements of the Contract.

IP 9.3 Performance Bond

The successful Proposer shall be required to furnish a Performance Bond no later than ten (10) days after Intent of Notice of Award, in accordance with the requirements of Performance Bond of Section XX of the Contract. The acceptable bond form is AIA Document A311.

The successful Proposer shall be required to furnish a Performance Bond no later than ten (10) days after Intent of Notice of Award, in accordance with the requirements of Performance Bond of Section XX of the Contract. The acceptable bond form is AIA Document A311. A sample is attached to the Contract in Exhibit E.

IP 9.9 “Or Equal” Items

Whenever in the Specification an article or material is defined by using a trade name or the name and catalog number of a particular manufacturer or vendor, or a limited description, the term "OR EQUAL" if not written thereafter shall be implied. Any reference to a particular manufacturer's product either by trade name or limited description is only for purposes of setting a standard of performance, quality, composition, construction or size.

A. Whenever in the Technical Specification an article or material is defined by using a trade name or the name and catalog number of a particular manufacturer or vendor, or a limited description, the term "OR EQUAL" if not written thereafter shall be implied. Any reference to a particular manufacturer's product either by trade name or limited description is only for purposes of setting a standard of performance, quality, composition, construction or size.

IP 9.10 Non-Collusion Requirement

In the event Proposer is deemed the lowest responsive, responsible Proposer for this project, and as part of the proposal signed herewith, Proposer hereby agrees to sign an Affidavit of Non-Collusion in form acceptable to SEPTA prior to the award, if any, of the contract. A sample Affidavit of Non-Collusion is attached as Exhibit E.

In the event Proposer is deemed the lowest responsive, responsible Proposer for this project, and as part of the proposal signed herewith, Proposer hereby agrees to sign an Affidavit of Non-Collusion in form acceptable to SEPTA prior to the award, if any, of the contract Contract . A sample Affidavit of Non-Collusion is attached to the Contract as in Exhibit E.

IP 10. Project Schedule Delivery of First Pilot Cars Delivery Shipment of First Pilot Cars

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IP 11. Technical Proposal Format

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A. Technical Proposals shall contain the following:

1. Part A – Proposal Cover Form: Proposer shall complete and submit the Proposal Cover Form that is provided in Exhibit E of the Contract.

2. Part B – Acknowledgment of Addenda: Proposer shall complete and submit the Acknowledgement of Addenda Form that is provided in Exhibit E of the Contract.

3. Part C – Executive Summary: Proposer shall submit an Executive Summary providing an overview of the complete proposal. The Executive Summary shall be clear and concise and discuss how the Proposer intends to meet the requirements of this RFP.

4. Part D – Technical Proposal: Proposer shall submit a Technical Proposal which shall include all of the following:

• A statement from the Proposer that all technical specifications and technical requirements have been reviewed and that the Proposer's team is capable of and commits to performing all of them except as noted pursuant to Part E, below.

• A detailed Technical Approach which addresses and responds to all issues identified in IP 11.1 Technical Approach.

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IP 11. Technical Proposal Format

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5. Part E -– Contract Terms and Conditions Exceptions: Proposer shall submit a statement of exceptions which the Proposer takes to any of the Contract and General Conditions.

6. Part F – Insurance and Security Instruments: Proposer shall submit letters from acceptable insurance companies and a sample irrevocable letter of credit from a qualified bank or banks, which satisfactorily establishes to SEPTA that such companies/banks will issue the necessary insurance policies and irrevocable letters of credit (form to be approved by SEPTA) as required in the Contract and General Conditions.

7. Part G – Lobbying Certification: Proposer shall complete and submit the Disclosure of Lobbying Activities Form that is provided in Exhibit A of the Contract.

a. Proposer shall complete and submit the Buy America Certificate that is provided in Exhibit D of the Contract.

b. Proposer shall complete and submit the DBE Approval Certification that is provided in Exhibit D of the Contract.

c. Proposer shall submit a copy of their Certificate of Compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, attached in Exhibit D of the Contract.

d. Proposer shall complete and submit the Certification Regarding Lobbying that is provided in Exhibit D of the Contract.

IP 11. Technical Proposal Format

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A. Price Proposals shall contain the following:

1. Part I – Price Schedules: Proposers shall complete and submit Exhibit I, Price Schedule, Exhibit II, Milestone and Progress Payment Schedule, and Exhibit III, Spare Parts Price Schedule.

• All blank spaces shall be filled in and no changes shall be made in the wording of the forms.

• All prices shall be in U.S. dollars.

• For the Milestone and Progress Payment Schedule, the payment percentages provided will be for SEPTA consideration and finalized during the negotiation process.

• As part of the proposal, Contractor shall identify subsystems for which the LLRU cannot be identified on the car or cannot be exchanged on the car. For these items BTEs must be supplied and a separate price must be supplied for each subsystem

BTE.

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IP 11.1 Technical Approach

The Technical Proposal submitted shall comprise a technical description of the Silverliner VI Rail Cars and their major subsystems and components. This proposal shall demonstrate that all the equipment integrates and satisfies the functional requirements in the Specification. With the exception of material provided to support Alternative Technical Items if bound separately as allowed by IP 11.2, the proposal shall not exceed two 3 ½” binders of 8 ½ by 11 inches pages single sided (excluding illustrations or drawings). A limited number of 11 by 17 inch paper fold out drawings are permitted, with the exception of the drawings requested below.

Color artwork or extensive drawings are not requested. Supplier promotional brochures are not to be included unless pertinent technical information is provided within them

A. The Technical Proposal submitted shall comprise a technical description of the Silverliner VI Rail Cars and their major subsystems and components. This proposal shall demonstrate that all the equipment integrates and satisfies the functional requirements in the Technical Specification. With the exception of material provided to support Alternative Technical Items if bound separately as allowed by IP 11.2, tT he proposal shall not exceed two 3 ½” binders of 8 ½ by 11 inches pages single sided (excluding illustrations or drawings). A limited number of 11 by 17 inch paper fold out drawings are permitted, with the exception of the drawings requested below. Color artwork or extensive drawings are not requested.

Supplier promotional brochures are not to be included unless pertinent technical information is provided within them

IP 11.1 Technical Approach N/A

B. Note that the Technical Specification requires the Proposer to submit a complete Management Plan and Project Schedule for SEPTA review and approval after the Notice to Proceed (NTP) is issued. The Proposal submittals for this Section are to be conceptual in nature, intended to demonstrate a general understanding of the requirements of the Technical Specification and demonstrate the Proposer's ability to properly perform this Work.

IP 11.1 Technical Approach Tab 1 – Scope/Program Management

Tab 1 – Scope/Program Management Tab 1 – Scope/Program Management/Manufacturing Approach

IP 11.1 Technical Approach Tab 1 – Scope/Program Management

3. Provide a Critical Path Schedule (CPM) with key milestones and events emphasized. Include key events starting with the Design Review Program through Pilot and Production cars testing and acceptance.

3. C. Provide a Critical Path Schedule (CPM) with key milestones and events emphasized. Include key events starting with the Design Review Program through Pilot and Production cars testing and acceptance.for all major phases and showing key contract management, design, manufacturing, assembly, testing, delivery and other CDRL milestones outlined in the RFP documents. Assume March 1, 2027 as the start date for the Contract award and the NTP. Clearly identify the schedule’s critical path. Include in the proposed schedule any contingency time for unexpected delays and SEPTA’s review and approval time durations for Conceptual Design Review, Preliminary Design Review, Final Design Review and First Article Inspections. Provide a detailed schedule for the first six Vehicles and a summary schedule for the remaining Vehicles.

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IP 11.1 Technical Approach Tab 1 – Scope/Program Management

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O. Describe in detail the Proposer plans for ensuring that the cars comply with all laws and regulations including those of the 49 CFR 38 Subpart E – Commuter Rail Cars and Systems, and the requirements and recommended practices of the American Public Transportation Association.

IP 11.1 Technical Approach Tab 2 – Design Approach

6. Identify the car weight and the weight of its major components. Identify the target weight commitments to be conformed into TS 2.5Section 2 of the Technical Specification to serve as the basis for the design and imposition of liquidated damages. Provide supporting diagrams or tabulations showing that weight and load criteria targets provided are consistent with other proposed information.

6. F. Identify the car weight and the weight of its major components. Identify the target weight commitments to be conformed into TS 2.5Section 2 of the Technical Specification to serve as the basis for the design and imposition of liquidated damages. Provide supporting diagrams or tabulations showing that weight and load criteria targets provided are consistent with other proposed information.

IP 11.1 Technical Approach Tab 24 – Cybersecurity

1. Describe how the proposer plans on meeting the Cybersecurity requirements in the Specification.

1.A. Describe how the proposer plans on meeting the Cybersecurity requirements in the Technical Specification.

IP 11.1 Technical Approach Tab 25 – Program Management and Commissioning

5. Describe how the proposer plans on meeting the drawings package requirements in the Specification relating to scope and detail.

5. E. Describe how the proposer plans on meeting the drawings package requirements in the Technical Specification relating to scope and detail.

IP 11.1 Technical Approach Tab 28 – Test and Inspection Vehicle

Tab 28 – Test and Inspection Vehicle

1. Describe the overall approach to integrating the specified Test and Inspection Vehicle requirements into the Silverliner VI vehicle platform including compliance with the overall design and performance criteria.

2. Describe the proposed test equipment and supplier.

3. Provide overall arrangement drawings including the proposed interior layout of the Test and Inspection Vehicle.

4. Identify any vehicle design changes required to support the implementation of the specified test equipment.

Tab 28 – Test and Inspection Vehicle

1. Describe the overall approach to integrating the specified Test and Inspection Vehicle requirements into the Silverliner VI vehicle platform including compliance with the overall design and performance criteria.

2. Describe the proposed test equipment and supplier.

3. Provide overall arrangement drawings including the proposed interior layout of the Test and Inspection Vehicle.

4. Identify any vehicle design changes required to support the implementation of the specified test equipment.

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IP 11.1 Technical Approach Tab 30 – Compliance Matrix

Tab 30 – Compliance Matrix Provide a clause-by-clause compliance matrix indicating the proposal’s compliance with the Technical Specification. Where non-compliance is indicated, provide an explanation and proposed alternate specification language. The compliance matrix shall be updated to reflect all SEPTA issued addenda during the RFP and Evaluation process.

The final Compliance Matrix, including any changes resulting from the Best and Final Offer (BAFO) process as described in IP 12.2 #F, will be considered part of the proposer’s offer and accounted for during the specification review conference as described in the Technical Specification provided the non-compliance and proposed alternate specification language is clearly indicated.

Tab 30 29 – Compliance Matrix A. Provide a clause-by-clause compliance matrix indicating the proposal’s compliance with the Technical Specification. Where non-compliance is indicated, provide an explanation and proposed alternate Technical S specification language. The compliance matrix shall be updated to reflect all SEPTA issued addenda during the RFP and Evaluation process.

B. The final Compliance Matrix, including any changes resulting from the Best and Final Offer (BAFO) process as described in IP 12.2 Evaluation and Selection Process IP 12.2 #F, will be considered part of the proposer’s offer and accounted for during the Technical S specification review conference as described in the Technical Specification provided the non-compliance and proposed alternate Technical S specification language is clearly indicated.

IP 11.1 Technical Approach Tab 31 – Relevant Experience/History and Performance

(1) List all rail contracts for the last 5 years, specifically identifying any contracts for commuter rail transit type equipment. With each contract, provide the following information:

• Identify the Customer

• Type of vehicle

• Quantity

• Major Vendors

• Brief description of vehicle (including dimensions, capacities, features, etc.)

• List of Project Manager and/or contact person for each customer including name, title, address, telephone, fax number and e-mail address.

• Contractual delivery schedule and actual delivery schedule.

(1) A. List all rail contracts for the last 5 years, specifically identifying any contracts for commuter rail transit type equipment. With each contract, provide the following information:

• Identify the Customer

• Type of vehicle

• Quantity

• Major Vendors Subcontractors/Suppliers

• Brief description of vehicle (including dimensions, capacities, features, etc.)

• List of Project Manager and/or contact person for each customer including name, title, address, telephone, fax number and e-mail address.

• Contractual delivery schedule and actual delivery schedule.

• Identify any major Fleet Defects and how they were resolved

IP 11.1 Technical Approach Tab 31 – Relevant Experience/History and Performance

N/A F. Describe in detail the Proposer’s plans for ensuring that the cars comply with Federal "Buy America" requirements, and identify and describe the domestic final assembly facility.

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IP 12.1 Evaluation Criteria

Technical Approach (Tabs 2 – 30) This criterion considers the Proposer's approach toward the design of Silverliner VI Rail Cars under this Contract and how they meet the requirements of the Specification. This includes the mandatory requirement that the cars comply with all laws and regulations including those of the 49 CFR 38 Subpart E – Commuter Rail Cars and Systems, and the requirements and recommended practices of the American Public Transportation Association.

Technical Approach (Tabs 2 – 3029 ) This criterion considers the Proposer's approach toward the design of Silverliner VI Rail Cars under this Contract and how they meet the requirements of the Technical Specification. This includes the mandatory requirement that the cars comply with all laws and regulations including those of the 49 CFR 38 Subpart E – Commuter Rail Cars and Systems, and the requirements and recommended practices of the American Public Transportation Association.

IP 12.1 Evaluation Criteria

D. Price (including Option) is a factor in the overall evaluation. This factor considers what it will cost SEPTA to do business with a Proposer and the affordability of the proposed price. Neither price/cost nor technical expertise shall be the sole determining factor. Accordingly, SEPTA may not necessarily make an award to the Proposer with the highest technical rating nor award to the Proposer with the lowest Price Proposal, if doing so would not be in the overall best interests of SEPTA, taking all of the factors into account. SEPTA, in its discretion, may determine that a higher-rated Technical Proposal may not justify SEPTA’s expenditure of the additional cost of the higher-rated Technical Proposal as opposed to a lower-priced Proposal, or may determine that although a Proposal may be the lowest price, the technical benefits of a higher-priced Proposal may be more advantageous to SEPTA, thus justifying the award to a higher-priced Proposal

D. B. Price (including Base and Option Pricing ) is a factor in the overall evaluation. This factor considers what it will cost SEPTA to do business with a Proposer and the affordability of the proposed price. Neither price/cost nor technical expertise shall be the sole determining factor. Accordingly, SEPTA may not necessarily make an award to the Proposer with the highest technical rating nor award to the Proposer with the lowest Price Proposal, if doing so would not be in the overall best interests of SEPTA, taking all of the factors into account. SEPTA, in its discretion, may determine that a higher-rated Technical Proposal may not justify SEPTA’s expenditure of the additional cost of the higher-rated Technical Proposal as opposed to a lower-priced Proposal, or may determine that although a Proposal may be the lowest price, the technical benefits of a higher-priced Proposal may be more advantageous to SEPTA, thus justifying the award to a higher-priced Proposal.

IP 12.1 Evaluation Criteria C. SEPTA may conduct interviews and request and receive additional information from any as SEPTA deems necessary to properly evaluate the Proposals

C. SEPTA may conduct interviews and request and receive additional information from any Proposer as SEPTA deems necessary to properly evaluate the Proposals.

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IP 12.2 Evaluation and Selection Process

A. The standards and qualifications that follow have been developed to serve as positive indicators of expected performance or compliance with the requirements of the RFP. SEPTA will form a Technical Evaluation Committee comprised of senior managers of SEPTA or its agent to independently evaluate each Proposal on the technical evaluation criteria based upon the application of adjectival codes. The technical evaluation criteria will be evaluated as follows:

• Excellent - Significantly exceeds in all respects the specifications of the RFP; high probability of success; no significant weaknesses.

• Very Good - Substantial response: meets in all aspects and in some case exceeds, the specifications of the RFP; high probability of success; no significant weaknesses.

• Acceptable - Generally meets the specifications of the RFP; good probability of success; weaknesses can be readily corrected.

• Marginal - Lack of essential information; low probability of success; significant weaknesses, but correctable.

• Unacceptable - Fails to meet the specifications of the RFP; would need major revision to be acceptable.

A. The standards and qualifications that follow have been developed to serve as positive indicators of expected performance or compliance with the requirements of the RFP. SEPTA will form a Technical Evaluation Committee comprised of senior managers of SEPTA or its agent to independently evaluate each Proposal on the technical evaluation criteria based upon the application of adjectival codes. The technical evaluation criteria will be evaluated as follows:

• Excellent - Significantly exceeds in all respects the specifications of the RFP;

high probability of success; no significant weaknesses.

• Very Good - Substantial response: meets in all aspects and in some case exceeds, the specifications requirements of the RFP; high probability of success;

no significant weaknesses.

• Acceptable - Generally meets the specifications requirements of the RFP; good probability of success; weaknesses can be readily corrected.

• Marginal - Lack of essential information; low probability of success; significant weaknesses, but correctable.

• Unacceptable - Fails to meet the specifications requirements of the RFP; would need major revision to be acceptable.

IP 12.2 Evaluation and Selection Process

Proposals will be analyzed for conformance with the instructions and requirements of the RFP and contract documents. SEPTA reserves the right to request a Proposer to provide any missing information and/or to clarify any ambiguous or unclear matter.

C. Proposals will be analyzed for conformance with the instructions and requirements of the RFP and C contract D documents. SEPTA reserves the right to request a Proposer to provide any missing information and/or to clarify any ambiguous or unclear matter.

IP 12.2 Evaluation and Selection Process

The Price Proposals will not be opened until the Technical Evaluation Committee has concluded its technical evaluation of the Proposals. The Technical Evaluation Committee will open the Price Proposals and will determine which Proposals (if any) are within the competitive range as described in IP 12.2 (C)below. The Contract Administrator will make all decisions regarding the responsibility of Proposers. The Technical Evaluation Committee will also determine which Proposers will be invited for further discussions and negotiations, as described below, and the recommended contract awardee, (if any), as described in IP 12.3 Award.

D . The Price Proposals will not be opened until the Technical Evaluation Committee has concluded its technical evaluation of the Proposals. The Technical Evaluation Committee will open the Price Proposals and will determine which Proposals (if any) are within the competitive range as described in IP 12.2 (C)below. The Contract Administrator will make all decisions regarding the responsibility of Proposers. The Technical Evaluation Committee will also determine which Proposers will be invited for further discussions and negotiations, as described below, and the recommended contract awardee, (if any), as described in IP 12.3 Award.

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N/A

G. In the event SEPTA chooses to negotiate with more than one Proposer, it may, following the conclusion of all negotiations, issue a revised RFP or portion thereof containing, among other things, any matter, offer, condition or enhancement elicited from or proposed or suggested by any Proposer during the course of such negotiations, and solicit BAFOs from such Proposers, or solicit BAFOs utilizing another appropriate procedure. The request for BAFOs will set forth the specific time and date for the submission of the BAFO. The BAFO (including Option) will be evaluated by SEPTA based upon which BAFO represents the “best value” to SEPTA by providing a combination of both price/cost and technical evaluation factors which SEPTA determines is in the best interests of, and the most advantageous to SEPTA. After receipt of BAFOs, SEPTA reserves the right to (a) reopen negotiations; (b) accept improvements to, enhancements of, or other revisions to any proposal or alternate proposal at any time if it deems such to be in its best interest.

H. No Proposer shall have any rights against SEPTA arising at any stage of the solicitation from any negotiations that take place, or from the fact that SEPTA does not select a Proposer for negotiations.

IP 12.2 Evaluation and Selection Process

D. The Proposers whose Proposals are determined to be within the competitive range will be notified in writing.