MBTA is seeking a vendor to install and service a Wheel Impact Load Detector (WILD) system for the M

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is seeking a vendor to install and service a Wheel Impact Load Detector (WILD) system for its north side network. The WILD system must meet specific technical requirements, including the ability to operate using the Automatic Equipment Identification (AEI) tags installed on MBTA trains and adhere to Association of American Railroads (AAR) standards. The selected vendor must provide detailed project plans, a quality management system compliant with ISO 9001:2015, a comprehensive service agreement with planned and unplanned maintenance commitments, and a warranty plan. The WILD system must monitor 100% of the wheel circumference, multiple axles, and a range of train speeds. The RFP includes specific instructions for the procurement process, submission requirements, and evaluation criteria focused on technical capabilities, timing/implementation, service capabilities, and warranty, with a best-value approach considering both technical and price factors.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The current incumbent vendor is not identified, and the RFP does not provide details on the expected contract value or budget range. The MBTA is seeking to install and service the WILD system for its north side network, which is located in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. Proposals are due by May 17, 2019.