Opportunity
San Diego Metropolitan Transit System Planet bids #PWL461.0-26
San Diego MTS Job Order Contract for Railroad Electrical, Communications, and Traffic Signal Construction
Posted
May 14, 2026
Respond By
July 17, 2026
Identifier
PWL461.0-26
NAICS
237130, 238210
The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) is seeking contractors for a Job Order Contract (JOC) focused on railroad electrical, communications, and traffic signal construction services across San Diego County. - Government Buyer: - San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) - Procurement Specialist: Armando Garcia-Olvera - Scope of Work: - General assembly, installation, operation, service, and maintenance of railroad electrical and communication systems - Construction and synchronization of traffic signals along railroad right-of-ways - Includes network communications, fiber optic installations, Variable Message Signs (VMS), Closed Circuit TV (CCTV), fare systems, and train-to-wayside communications - Services cover San Diego Trolley, Coaster, and freight lines - Contract Structure & Requirements: - Job Order Contract (JOC) using Gordian's JOC system with pricing based on adjustment factors applied to a Construction Task Catalog - One-year base contract with indefinite quantity work orders, capped at $6.642 million (no minimum guaranteed) - Compliance with federal and state labor laws, Buy America requirements, Davis-Bacon wage determinations, and prevailing wage laws - Project Labor Agreement (PLA) required - Electronic submission of bid bonds and forms - California C-10 electrical contractor license required - Encourages participation from Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) and small businesses - Notable Details: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Work performed throughout San Diego County, including right-of-way for San Diego Trolley, Coaster, and freight lines
Description
This solicitation is for Job Order Contract (JOC) services involving general electrical, communications, and traffic signal construction related to railroad projects. The scope includes assembly, installation, operation, service, and maintenance of electrical and communication systems along railroad right-of-ways. The contract requires a C-10 license and submission of an electronic bid bond. The contract duration is for 1 base year with liquidated damages applied per work order. A virtual pre-bid meeting is scheduled for June 10, 2026, and the bid opening will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams.