Massport #P62CN02

MBTA Prequalification for Trade Contractors: Ashmont & Mattapan Infrastructure Upgrades

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is initiating a prequalification phase for trade contractors to support major infrastructure upgrades at the Ashmont and Mattapan facilities in Boston, MA. - Government Buyer: - Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) - Scope of Work: - Replacement and upgrade of traction power equipment and building systems at Ashmont and Mattapan substations - Expansion of Ashmont Traction Power Substation (TPSS) to support Codman Yard and Mattapan High Speed Line - Phased construction to maintain uninterrupted substation operation - Full replacement of electrical equipment, building envelope (roof, masonry), and internal systems (HVAC, plumbing, safety, electrical) - Trade Categories Requested: - Masonry Work - Miscellaneous and Ornamental Iron - Waterproofing, Damp-proofing, and Caulking - Roofing and Flashing - Painting - Plumbing - Heating, Ventilating & Air-Conditioning (HVAC) - Electrical Work - Estimated Construction Costs: - Range from $65,000 (Waterproofing) to $6,000,000 (Electrical Work) - Requirements: - Only prequalified firms may bid in the next phase - DCAMM sub-bidder certification and bonding capacity up to 110% of trade value required - Respondents must demonstrate experience and capacity for large-scale, phased infrastructure projects - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Notable Details: - Project involves complex, phased work to ensure continuous power delivery - Substantial completion expected by August 2029 - Prequalification is the first step in a two-phase procurement process

Description

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified trade contractors for the CMAR Ashmont and Mattapan Infrastructure Upgrades project in Boston, MA. The project involves replacing traction power equipment and building systems to restore the facility, including expanding the Ashmont TPSS capacity to support the Codman Yard and Mattapan High Speed Line upgrades. The scope includes phased replacement of electrical equipment, building structure upgrades (roof, masonry), and internal systems such as HVAC, plumbing, and safety, while maintaining substation operation to ensure uninterrupted power. Trades requested include masonry, ornamental iron, waterproofing, roofing, painting, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work. Respondents must submit electronically by May 5, 2026, and may require DCAMM sub-bidder certification and bonding capacity up to 110% of estimated trade values.

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