When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due June 26, 2026. Questions must be submitted by May 26, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $500,000 – $1,500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by San Diego Metropolitan Transit System. The work is located in San Diego, California, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Railroad inspection firm with ultrasonic rail testing expertise. Experience performing work to Federal Railroad Administration standards. Capability to deliver detailed technical reports and defect mitigation recommendations. Established safety and quality management procedures for rail environments. Proven past performance with public sector or transportation authority contracts. Capacity to support a multi-year service contract in California.

Ultrasonic Rail Testing Services (Due June 26, 2026)

Overview

Transportation, Fleet & Logistics

San Diego, California, United StatesPosted: May 13th, 2026Deadline: June 26th, 2026

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SUMMARY

California government authority seeks a contractor for five years of ultrasonic rail testing and inspection services in compliance with FRA standards. The work includes defect identification, reporting, and maintenance improvement recommendations.

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BUDGET

Estimate

$500,000 – $1,500,000

CONTRACT DURATION

60 months

TIMELINE

MTS Issues IFB: May 12th, 2026

Deadline for Submitting Written Questions/Clarifications and/or RFAs: May 26th, 2026

MTS Issues Response to Written Questions/Clarifications and/or RFAs Deadline: June 2nd, 2026

Bid Opening: June 26th, 2026

MTS Issues Notice of Intent to Award: Week of July 20th, 2026

Anticipated Contract Award: September 17th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

May 26th, 2026

Issuing Agency

San Diego Metropolitan Transit System

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DESCRIPTION

A government authority in California is seeking a vendor to provide ultrasonic rail testing services over a five-year contract term. The scope includes ultrasonic rail testing and inspections performed in accordance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) standards.

Services will focus on identifying internal rail flaws and defects. The selected vendor will be responsible for analyzing test results, preparing and submitting detailed reports, and providing recommendations for mitigation of discovered issues.

The work also includes recommendations for enhancing existing rail maintenance programs and supporting the resolution or mitigation of defects identified during testing and inspection activities. Questions are due by May 26, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due June 26, 2026. Questions must be submitted by May 26, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $500,000 – $1,500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by San Diego Metropolitan Transit System. The work is located in San Diego, California, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Railroad inspection firm with ultrasonic rail testing expertise
Experience performing work to Federal Railroad Administration standards
Capability to deliver detailed technical reports and defect mitigation recommendations
Established safety and quality management procedures for rail environments
Proven past performance with public sector or transportation authority contracts
Capacity to support a multi-year service contract in California

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