Oil analysis service and kits (rail gearbox)

Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA, operating as Metro) is requesting quotes for oil analysis services for its rail fleet maintenance divisions, with quotes due by email to OMOHUNDROJ@METRO.NET by 2:00 p.m. PDT on Friday, July 24, 2026.

The scope covers processing and analyzing approximately 400 oil samples monthly through three analytical services: elemental analysis to detect component wear and contamination, contamination analysis to identify unwanted fluids and particles, and oil condition analysis to test viscosity and Total Acid Number (TAN). The contractor must deliver spectrochemical analysis results, contamination reports, oil condition assessments, maintenance recommendations, and historical trend analysis within seven calendar days of sample receipt. The contractor bears all responsibility for sampling hardware, shipping costs, courier services, hazardous materials compliance, and regulatory handling and disposal for used industrial oils. Metro will provide oil samples and diagnostic equipment information including serial numbers, equipment descriptions, vehicle types, and vehicle numbers.

Minimum qualifications require five years of verifiable experience performing industrial and rail oil sample analysis, three business references from the past five years, and technical infrastructure capable of providing a secure online database portal with filtered searches, automated critical alerts, and historical trend graphing. The contractor must submit a comprehensive Quality Assurance Manual during the proposal phase and resubmit for approval post-award as deemed necessary by Metro.

The contract term is 36 months from the date of execution. Metro will award based on best value considering price, lead time, and past performance. Questions must be submitted at least three business days prior to the close of the solicitation. All work specified in the Statement of Work, including applicable taxes and freight costs, must be included in quote submissions.