MFSE ATC Replacment Project Update

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is procuring services for the Market-Frankford Subway Elevated (MFSE) Automatic Train Control (ATC) Replacement Project, a critical infrastructure modernization initiative on SEPTA's L-Line. The procurement involves replacing an end-of-life ATC system that was originally installed in 2003 as part of a comprehensive structural upgrade program. The Request for Proposal (RFP) package is anticipated for release in April 2026, with final solicitation documents completed and updated standard Terms and Conditions incorporated. All contractors interested in bidding must possess Railroad Worker Protection (RWP) certification to participate in this procurement, and site visits will be included as part of the RFP process. Interested parties must submit a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to obtain a copy of the RFP, with the NDA template to be provided in the official RFP announcement. For RWP training inquiries, contractors should contact SEPTA's Senior Contract Administrator Racquel Burden at RBurden@septa.org, while general project questions should be directed to Contract Administrator Michael Piselli at MPiselli@septa.org.

The procurement documentation does not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or preference programs for minority-owned, women-owned, or disadvantaged business enterprises at this time. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available project update materials. The project requires integration with SEPTA's existing L-Line infrastructure and the previously installed 2003 ATC system components. The specific award value or budget range for this replacement project has not been disclosed in the current project update notification, and interested contractors are encouraged to maintain engagement with SEPTA for additional details as the formal RFP release approaches.