187F-25 New Direct Deisel Battery Electric Locomotives Consortium

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA), in coordination with the Maryland Transit Administration under the Maryland Department of Transportation, is soliciting proposals from qualified manufacturers and suppliers for a dual procurement of new Tier IV Diesel-Electric and Battery/Catenary passenger locomotives. This is a multi-agency consortium procurement involving the MBTA and Maryland's MTA Train Service mode, designed to leverage coordinated purchasing across multiple jurisdictions. Qualified bidders must demonstrate substantial experience and expertise in manufacturing or supplying locomotives that meet the specified environmental and performance standards. The procurement encompasses the design, manufacture, and delivery of locomotives capable of operating under both diesel-electric and battery/catenary propulsion systems. Key objectives include obtaining environmentally compliant locomotives that meet Tier IV emissions standards while supporting the transit agencies' modernization and sustainability goals. The proposal due date is June 10, 2026, with the posting date of April 7, 2026, allowing potential bidders approximately two months to prepare and submit their proposals.

The notice does not specify particular set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or restrictions on eligible bidder types based on the information provided. Similarly, no incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation. There is no mention of existing infrastructure or proprietary technology systems that selected vendors would need to integrate with, nor are specific award values or budget ranges disclosed in this posting. Interested vendors should consult the full solicitation document and any referenced specifications for complete details regarding eligibility requirements, evaluation criteria, technical specifications for the locomotives, and anticipated contract values.