IFB 23F-24 Adjustable Cast Plates for use with Restraining Rail

This state and local contract opportunity is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA), the state transit agency for Massachusetts, for the procurement of 10,000 adjustable cast plates for use with restraining rail. The IFB provides detailed specifications on the required plates, including that they must conform to AREMA standards, have 4 hole punching, and be in accordance with MBTA Plan No. 231. The plates must be new, low-carbon steel and are subject to inspection upon delivery. Bids are due by February 28, 2024, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder. The IFB has been amended twice, with the most recent change extending the bid opening date.

The MBTA has established a 1% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal for this contract, and bidders must complete the required DBE forms. No other set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond are mentioned. The current incumbent or any existing infrastructure or technology requirements are also not specified. The initial bid opening summary indicates two bids were received, with the lowest bid being $647,000, but the award value or budget range is not provided.