TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS.pdf

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Overhead Catenary System (OCS) Engineering Tools and Equipment
Solicitation number
DR145235
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California

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Technical Requirements Summary

This is a technical specifications document for a Request for Quote (RFQ) issued by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA/Metro) in California for Overhead Catenary System (OCS) Engineering Tools and Equipment. The solicitation requests quotes for seven categories of specialized equipment: a laser height and stagger gauge (Abtus Limited or approved equal), digital calipers (ULine or approved equal), high-resolution digital camera (Canon, Nikon, or approved equal), binoculars (Qinux Binfar or approved equal), hard hat headlamp (ULine or approved equal), hi-lumen flashlight (ULine or approved equal), and a measuring wheel (ULine or approved equal). Each item includes specific performance requirements and accessories. Vendors must submit quotes by October 19, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. PST to sierraj3@metro.net, with requests for approved equals due at least three business days prior to the solicitation close. LACMTA will select the quote offering the best value based on price, lead time, and past performance.

This solicitation is restricted to METRO Certified Local Micro Small Business Enterprises (LMCSBE) only. All quotes must include complete pricing for the equipment, applicable taxes, and freight costs. Vendors offering alternative models or approved equals must submit requests using the specified format by the questions deadline. Bidders are instructed not to modify or explain their bids to avoid rendering submissions non-responsive. By submitting a bid, vendors agree to supply all items in full compliance with the stated specifications.

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SECTION 01 10 00

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

If an alternative model/item is offered, submit your request for an approved equal using the format below by the deadline for Questions/Request for Approved Equals as stated on page 2 in the IFB document. Indicate model being offered including its component’s make and model numbers.

Instructions for completing this form.

A. State your company name above.

B. Submit your bid with column “C” filled out. Respond to all specified line items below. For minimum or maximum value requirements, indicate value offered. “In compliance”, or “As specified” shall be part of your response, for example:

General Capability of reading wire staggers up to ±20 inches.

In compliance, capable of reading staggers up to ±20 inches.

General Capability of reading wire heights up to at least 30 feet.

In compliance, capable of reading wire heights up to 30 feet.

C. If deviation/exception is taken to this specification, please state the reason, such as “model change by factory”, or “Discontinued model”, “Not required”, etc.

By submitting your bid, you are agreeing to supply an item(s) in full compliance with this specification.

DO NOT modify or explain your bid as it may render your bid non-responsive.

1.0 Laser Height and Stagger Gauge

Category Requirement Vendor Response

1.1 Manufacturer Abtus Limited or approved equal.

1.2 General

Capability of reading wire staggers up to ±20 inches.

1.3 General

Capability of reading wire heights up to at least 30 feet.

1.4 General

Capability of attaching to rail (4'-8.5" gauge).

1.5 General

Capability of reading stagger and height values in low-light scenarios, including nighttime operations and tunnels.

1.6 Accessories Carrying case provided.

2.0 Digital Calipers

Category Requirement Vendor Response

2.1 Manufacturer ULine or approved equal.

2.2 General Ability to take measurements of wires

including contact wire, messenger wire, and similar conductors.

2.3 General Resolution of ±0.005 inches.

2.4 General LCD screen providing measurements in

both imperial and metric units.

2.5 General Battery-powered operation.

2.6 General Auto shut-off feature.

3.0 High Resolution Digital Camera

3.1 Manufacturer Canon, Nikon, or approved equal.

3.2 General Manual and digital viewfinder.

3.3 General Minimum 100 GB storage capacity.

3.4 General Flash capability.

3.5 General Battery life minimum of 750 shots per

charge.

3.6 Accessories Zoom lens capable of capturing images at

a minimum distance of 100 feet.

3.7 Accessories Backup rechargeable battery.

3.8 Accessories Camera and battery carrying case.

4.0 Binoculars

4.1 Manufacturer Qinux Binfar or approved equal.

4.2 General Capability of providing clear visibility at a

minimum distance of 300 feet.

4.3 Accessories Neck strap.

4.4 Accessories Carrying case.

5.0 Hard Hat Headlamp

5.1 Manufacturer ULine or approved equal.

5.2 General 180-degree swivel capability.

5.3 General Battery-powered operation.

5.4 General Minimum light output of 750 lumens.

5.5 General Minimum runtime of 30 hours.

5.6 Accessories Hard hat clips.

5.7 Accessories Replacement head strap.

6.0 Hi-Lumen Flashlight

6.1 Manufacturer ULine or approved equal.

6.2 General Battery-powered operation.

6.3 General Minimum light output of 750 lumens.

6.4 General Minimum runtime of 30 hours.

7.0 Measuring Wheel

7.1 Manufacturer ULine or approved equal.

7.2 General Minimum wheel diameter of 10 inches.

7.3 General Minimum counter capacity of 7,500 feet.

7.4 General Digital counter displaying measurements

in feet and inches.

7.5 Accessories Carrying case.

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