IFB 152C-26 Switch point stock Rail and Frogs

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority ("MBTA" or "Authority") seeks Special work including switch point stock rail and frogs To assist the MBTA in this effort, the Authority is issuing this Invitation for Bid ("IFB") to solicit proposals ("Bids") from qualified Bidders who can meet the project requirements stated herein.

Bidders are required to quote firm fixed price(s) / rate(s) or lump sums. The quoted prices shall be inclusive of ancillary charges including but not limited to prevailing wages, tooling, equipment, transportation costs, customs, duty charges, and other associated charges. Bidders shall quote only on goods and services in strict accordance with the specifications / requirements.

BASIS OF AWARD IS BASED ON THE ATTACHED MBTA SPECIFICATION: "MASSACHUSETTS BAY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY SYSTEM MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENTS WAY ENGINEERING AND MAINTENANCE DIVISION SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROCUREMENT SWITCH POINT AND FROGS"

Bid prices must be inclusive, but not restricted to, all freight, packaging, handling, taxes, and duties for delivery at the specified address: MBTA facilities. For U.S. domestic deliveries, Bid prices must include F.O.B. destination with freight charges paid by Bidder.

**Bids are due by: 12/1/2026 at 2:00 PM, EST / EDT.** Bidder is required to prepare and submit all required documents to MBTA electronically via COMMBUYS. Bids will not be publicly opened for this procurement.

Bidders are required to submit a Bid including all Bid forms contained in this package. Bidders shall complete the *Enclosure 1 – Bid Cover Letter* and complete the check boxes to indicate the bid documents that constitute their bid.

Award will be made to the lowest priced responsive Bid and responsible Bidder. Bidder is required to complete *Form A: Pre-Award Bidder Evaluation Data Form*.

The Authority requires a minimum Acceptance Period of at least one hundred and twenty (120) calendar days.

The successful bidder shall provide proof of insurance within three business days of conditional notice of award.

Late Bids will not be accepted.