Portable Train Lift Inspections

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, Texas (METRO) is seeking a contractor for Portable Train Lift Inspections through an Invitation for Bids (IFB) numbered DOC1661817824. The procurement requires quarterly preventive maintenance and inspections for 8 Neuro Lift columns & controls and 6 Whiting Lift columns & controls located at two METRO facilities in Houston. Contractors must provide all necessary personnel, equipment, and materials to perform inspections in accordance with original equipment manufacturer specifications, including minor corrective maintenance not covered by equipment warranty. The contract period is three years, with potential month-to-month extensions for up to six additional months. Bid submissions are due electronically through METRO's Euna (Bonfire) platform by September 3, 2025, with a bid opening scheduled for September 4, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Bidders must self-perform a minimum of 30% of the contract value and comply with METRO's safety standards, providing appropriate personal protective equipment and following all relevant safety codes and regulations.

The solicitation does not have a specific Small Business Participation goal, and the contract will be funded 100% by METRO with no federal funding specified. Contractors must submit pricing details on the Contractor Utilization Plan, with invoicing to be itemized using METRO's proposal amount/schedule sheets. The estimated annual budget for the contract is $24,000.00, specifically allocated for parts replacement over the three-year contract period. Bidders are required to acknowledge amendments through one of three methods: acknowledging on the Bid Form, signing and returning a copy of the amendment, or providing a separate letter or fax referencing the IFB and amendment number. No incumbent vendor information was provided in the solicitation documents, and the contract appears to be for maintenance of existing train lift equipment at METRO's facilities. Contractors will need to demonstrate capability to perform precise technical inspections and maintenance on specialized train lift equipment while adhering to strict safety and manufacturer guidelines.