When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due June 19, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 12, 2026.

It was issued by Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. The work is located in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experience providing ultrasonic rail testing for transit systems. Capability to supply, operate, and maintain compliant hi-rail vehicles. Familiarity with federal, state, and local rail safety regulations. Prior service to government or public transit agencies. Capacity for multi-year contract fulfillment.

Ultrasonic Rail Testing Service (Due June 19, 2026)

Overview

Transportation, Fleet & Logistics

Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesPosted: June 6th, 2026Deadline: June 19th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Boston's transit authority requests ultrasonic rail testing services for 140 miles of track, including provision of a compliant hi-rail vehicle and multi-year inspection support.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a qualified firm to provide ultrasonic rail testing services
Must maintain an active registration in COMMBUYS
Must carry Commercial General Liability Insurance with limits not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence
Must carry Automobile Liability Insurance with limits not less than $1,000,000 combined single limit
Must carry Workers' Compensation Insurance as provided by Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 152
Must furnish, operate, maintain, and power a hi-rail vehicle
Testing system must meet or exceed AREMA Category I performance guidelines
Personnel must attend a required 8-hour Right-of-Way Safety Training
Must provide proof of insurance within three business days of conditional notice of award

CONTRACT DURATION

60 months

TIMELINE

Date Issued: June 5th, 2026

Questions Deadline: June 12th, 2026

Bid Due Date: June 19th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

June 12th, 2026

Issuing Agency

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Boston, Massachusetts seeks a vendor to provide ultrasonic rail testing services for its transit mainline track system comprising approximately 140 miles, covering the Green, Orange, Red, Blue, and Mattapan/PCC Lines. Inspections are to be conducted on a semi-annual basis starting in August 2026, for a period of three years, with two optional one-year extensions at the discretion of the agency. The frequency of inspections may be adjusted during the contract term.

The selected contractor will be responsible for furnishing, operating, maintaining, and powering a hi-rail vehicle that is self-propelled, diesel-powered, and capable of operating on and off track at standard level crossings. The vehicle must comply with all relevant regulations, fit within specified clearance envelopes, clear all obstructions, navigate tight curves of up to a 100-foot radius, manage grades up to six percent, and include seating with a seatbelt for at least one agency employee. Vehicle clearances will require certification by agency Maintenance of Way Track Engineers prior to the commencement of testing. The initial contract period is one year.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due June 19, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 12, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. The work is located in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experience providing ultrasonic rail testing for transit systems
Capability to supply, operate, and maintain compliant hi-rail vehicles
Familiarity with federal, state, and local rail safety regulations
Prior service to government or public transit agencies
Capacity for multi-year contract fulfillment

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