Union Inter DES Chemins Fer

Union Inter DES Chemins Fer (UIC), also known as the International Union of Railways, is a global railway organization that provides specialized international railway services and publications to government agencies. As a prominent international railway association, UIC serves as a platform for collaborative knowledge sharing, policy development, and technical exchanges in the rail transportation sector. The organization offers comprehensive subscriptions that include access to publications, online statistical databases, and participation in working groups focused on urban, suburban, and regional railway services.

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has consistently engaged UIC through annual purchase order contracts, with recent awards ranging from $9,312.57 to $11,809.12. These firm fixed-price contracts enable the FRA to participate in international railway policy discussions and access specialized research and statistical information. The contracts, which have no specific set-aside designations, provide the FRA with annual subscriptions that grant access to UIC's global network, publications, and working groups related to railway transportation. The subscription services support the FRA's objectives of advancing U.S. rail transportation policies and maintaining international engagement in the sector. Contract periods typically range from one to two years, with recent contracts extending through February 28, 2026, demonstrating a sustained collaborative relationship between UIC and the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration.