Tacoma Cityoftacoma #TR26-0005F

Turnkey Delivery of Battery-Electric Locomotives and Charging Stations for Tacoma Rail

The City of Tacoma, through Tacoma Public Utilities and Tacoma Rail, is seeking proposals for a turnkey project to deliver two battery-electric locomotives and associated charging infrastructure. - Government Buyer: - City of Tacoma / Tacoma Public Utilities / Tacoma Rail - Products and Equipment Requested: - Two Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) compliant battery-electric locomotives - 4-axle GP38/GP40 style, zero-emission, minimum 2000 hp equivalent, 50 MPH capability - Equipped with latest battery technology (1.8MWh - 2.4MWh), microprocessor controls, and advanced safety features - Two reverse pantograph style charging stations - Minimum 750 kW output, full charge in under eight hours, emergency stop, revenue-grade energy metering - One battery balancer/shop charger for maintenance - Shipping of locomotives and charging stations to Tacoma Rail - Services Requested: - Turnkey delivery, installation, and commissioning of all equipment - In-person training for Tacoma Rail personnel (mechanics, electricians, operators) on all shifts - Unique and Notable Requirements: - All equipment must be FRA compliant and meet detailed safety and operational standards - Emphasis on sustainability, local manufacturing, and Buy America compliance - Turnkey solution including all materials, equipment, and personnel - Integration of reverse pantograph charging systems - Estimated Contract Value: - $14,000,000 - No specific OEMs are named; qualified manufacturers of battery-electric locomotives and charging systems are sought - Delivery and installation at Tacoma Rail facility in Tacoma, WA; contract administration at Tacoma Public Utilities offices

Description

This solicitation is for the procurement of battery electric locomotives and charging stations. The City of Tacoma / Tacoma Public Utilities, Rail Division, is seeking proposals to establish one or more contracts with qualified vendors to provide turnkey delivery of equipment, materials, and personnel necessary to construct two fully functioning Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) compliant battery-electric locomotives. These locomotives will be charged using reverse pantograph style charging systems. The estimated contract value is $14,000,000.

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