Opportunity
Utah Public Procurement Place U3P #26-04043
UTA Seeks Overhaul and Modernization of Bombardier Bi-Level Railcar HVAC Units
Posted
April 23, 2026
Respond By
May 25, 2026
Identifier
26-04043
NAICS
336390, 811219
The Utah Transit Authority (UTA) is seeking proposals for the overhaul and modernization of HVAC units on its Bombardier Bi-Level commuter rail vehicles. - Government Buyer: - Utah Transit Authority (UTA), Special Service Districts - Contracting office located at 669 West 200 South, Salt Lake City, Utah - OEMs and Vendors: - Bombardier (OEM for Bi-Level rail vehicles) - Stone Air (OEM for certain HVAC units) - Westcode (OEM for certain HVAC units) - Products/Services Requested: - Overhaul and modernization of 42 Stone Air HVAC units (part number B931903 / 23354010065S) - Overhaul and modernization of 40 Westcode HVAC units (part number WB21204/001 / 24654010098S) - Conversion of all units to R-407C refrigerant - Modernization of control systems and replacement of obsolete components - Project spare parts package (two complete units' worth of spares and additional components) - 39 installation kits (including status panels, fan assemblies, sensors, wiring, hardware) - Optional contractor installation services at UTA's Warm Springs Rail Service Center - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Standardization and interchangeability of overhauled units - Compliance with all federal and state regulations - Comprehensive warranty coverage (two years labor and materials) - Deliverables include design reviews, testing, documentation, and optional installation - Proposals evaluated on a best-value basis (70% technical, 30% price) - Modernization must extend operational life by at least 20 years - Place of Performance: - UTA Warm Springs Rail Service Center, 900 North 500 West, Salt Lake City, Utah
Description
This project aims to restore Bombardier Bi-Level HVAC equipment to a like-new, reliable condition. It includes modernizing control systems and interfaces, replacing obsolete components, updating refrigerants, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements. The goal is to maintain HVAC units for a minimum of 20 additional years of operation. The procurement is conducted as a Request for Proposals (RFP) by the Utah Transit Authority.