IFB 82F-20 APS Capacitors

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the procurement of 1,200 Auxiliary Power Supply (APS) Capacitors, referencing United Chemi-Con and Bombardier part numbers. The procurement is a state and local contract opportunity for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, specifically for Suffolk County and Boston City. Bids are due by August 4, 2020, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder. The bid prices must be inclusive of all freight, packaging, handling, taxes, and duties. The MBTA has established a 0% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal for this contract, and bidders must comply with all Buy America requirements.

The IFB does not provide details on the contract term, renewal options, pricing, or funding requirements. It also does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The IFB also does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it provide information on any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The total award value or budget range for this procurement is not disclosed in the available documentation.