RFI #99-25 Rail Transit Train Control
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- BD-24-1206-MBTA-MBTA-118174
- State
- Massachusetts
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
- NIGP codes
- 208 Computer Software For Microcomputers, Systems, Including Cloud-Based (Preprogrammed)
- 20820 Business Software, Misc.: Agenda, Labels, Mail List, Planning, Scheduling, Etc.
- 20890 Utilities: Back-Up, Batch File, Firewall, Menus, Operating System, Network Operating System, Network Management, Recovery, Screen, Security, Virus Protection, Etc.
- 20880 Software, Microcomputer (Not Otherwise Classified)
- UNSPSC codes
- Points of contact
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- bidposting@mbta.com (617) 222-5995
- Michael Stallings mstallings@mbta.com (857) 286-1925
- Priscilla Power invoices@mbta.com (617) 222-3235
Opportunity details come from commbuys.com. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has issued Request for Information (RFI) #99-25 for Rail Transit Train Control technologies, seeking to understand and evaluate off-the-shelf systems capable of performing core train control functions for its Red Line, Orange Line, and Blue Line heavy rail services. The RFI, posted on June 20, 2025, with responses due by July 17, 2025 at 2:00 p.m., aims to replace the agency's existing 25-year-old in-house train control overlay system that is approaching end-of-life. MBTA is specifically seeking solutions that provide centralized traffic control, limited service management capabilities, robust data availability, and theater visualization, with a strong emphasis on reliability, modularity, and interoperability. The desired system must feature well-documented APIs to support external service management tools, achieve 99.999% annual high availability, and minimize customization requirements. Respondents are required to provide comprehensive details about their solutions, including infrastructure requirements, support services, training models, licensing structures, information security controls, and pricing information.
While the RFI does not explicitly outline set-aside designations or specific vendor restrictions, it represents a market research effort to understand potential train control system solutions for the MBTA's heavy rail network. The current system is an in-house overlay technology that will need to integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure, suggesting potential complexity for potential vendors. The RFI indicates that the MBTA is seeking a modular solution that can handle core train control functions while allowing downstream systems to manage more advanced service management tasks. Although no specific budget range is mentioned, the comprehensive requirements suggest a significant technology investment for modernizing the agency's train control systems. The procurement approach through an RFI indicates that MBTA is in the exploratory phase, gathering market intelligence before potentially moving forward with a formal Request for Proposals (RFP) for a full system replacement.
Opportunity text
The MBTA is interested in learning about off-the-shelf systems that perform a narrow set of train control functions.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| RFI 99-25.pdf |
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