IFB 30F-24 TT Plates for Restraining Rail

This state and local contract opportunity is for the procurement of 6,000 Single Shoulder Tie Plates by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Maintenance of Way Division. The MBTA is issuing an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the manufacture and delivery of the tie plates in accordance with MBTA Drawing 230R. The successful bidder must submit material specifications and detailed shop drawings for approval prior to fabrication, and deliver the tie plates to the MBTA Rail Shop in Charlestown, Massachusetts during normal business hours. Bids are due by February 15, 2024 at 2:00 PM EST/EDT and will be awarded to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder. There is no pre-bid conference for this procurement.

The MBTA has established a 0% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal for this contract. Buy America requirements apply, and bidders must complete the required certification form. The successful contractor will be required to provide proof of the specified minimum insurance coverage within three business days of conditional notice of award. No other details about pricing, set-asides, funding, or the current contract environment are provided in the available documents.