Trap Doors for Comet II Cars

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is soliciting sealed bids for trap doors for Alstom Comet II rail cars under ITB No. 26-00272-AMGA, with bids due electronically through SEPTA's Electronic Procurement System (ePS) by October 28, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. The solicitation notice indicates the work involves maintenance, monitoring, and inspection of SEPTA's fire and intrusion alarm systems, though the scope alignment between trap doors and alarm-system work requires clarification during the Q&A period.

All bids must be submitted electronically; mailed or hand-delivered submissions will be rejected. Questions are due by October 21, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Any requests for changes, modifications, or clarifications must be submitted in writing at least eight calendar days prior to bid opening. Bid prices must remain firm for at least ninety days from the bid opening date and cannot be withdrawn during that period.

SEPTA reserves the right to reject any and all bids. The contract is subject to a financial assistance agreement between SEPTA and the U.S. Department of Transportation, triggering Title VI Civil Rights Act compliance and disadvantaged business enterprise nondiscrimination provisions. All contractors must comply with applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and certify compliance with Executive Order 12549 regarding ineligible contractors.

Sealed bids will be publicly opened and read aloud via Microsoft Teams meeting at bid opening. Marie Corbi is the procurement contact, available at Mcorbi@septa.org or (215) 580-7773.