Opportunity
Valley Metro Opengov #213634
Valley Metro Rail, Inc. Rail Testing Services Solicitation (Five-Year Contract)
Posted
March 13, 2026
Respond By
April 24, 2026
Identifier
213634
NAICS
541380, 488210
Valley Metro Rail, Inc. in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking a contractor to provide rail testing services for its light rail and streetcar systems over a five-year period. - Government Buyer: - Valley Metro Rail, Inc. (local transit authority in Phoenix, AZ) - Scope of Work: - Annual inspection and non-destructive testing (NDT) of approximately 21.5 miles of T-rail and 20 miles of girder rail within the Valley Metro rail system - Annual inspection and NDT for a three-mile streetcar route (pricing for this section to be provided separately) - Products/Services Requested: - Rail testing services (inspection and NDT) - No specific part numbers or OEMs are identified - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with federal and state safety and nondiscrimination regulations - Multiple addenda and mandatory virtual pre-bid meeting - Electronic submission of bids with all required forms and certifications - Supports Valley Metro's strategic plan for operational excellence and maintenance - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation
Description
Valley Metro Rail, Inc. is soliciting sealed bids for rail testing services under a contract lasting up to five years, starting around January 1, 2027. The work involves annual inspection and non-destructive testing (NDT) of approximately 21.5 miles of T-rail and 20 miles of girder rail, as well as a separate pricing for a three-mile streetcar route. The procurement supports Valley Metro's strategic plan focused on operational excellence and comprehensive maintenance. Bidders must submit responses electronically by April 23, 2026, and participate in a virtual pre-bid meeting on April 3, 2026.