IFB 15-22 three-year railroad Equipment Servicing Contract

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is seeking qualified bidders for a three-year Railroad Equipment Servicing Contract to provide hydraulic part, repair, and maintenance services for various railroad equipment. The contract includes pricing for 14 specific equipment items, such as versine units, hydraulic pumps, limit switches, control valves, transducers, gearboxes, and cylinders, as well as hourly labor rates for emergency services, preventive maintenance, and general service calls. Bidders must submit proposals by February 14, 2022 at 2:00 PM EST, and the MBTA will award the contract to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder. The contract will require the selected vendor(s) to be located within one driving hour of Boston, maintain specific insurance coverages, and comply with MBTA safety regulations.

The IFB indicates that the MBTA has policies promoting participation of certified small, minority, women, and other disadvantaged businesses for this contract, but does not provide any specific set-aside designations or restrictions. No information is provided on incumbent vendors or current contractors, and the total contract value or budget range is not disclosed. Bidders must review and sign the MBTA's Standard Terms and Conditions as part of their bid submission.