Tacoma Cityoftacoma #TW26-0014F

City of Tacoma Seeks Vendors for Locomotives, Energy Market Support, Venue Study, and Community Services

The City of Tacoma is actively seeking vendors and consultants for a range of major initiatives across its utilities, transportation, venues, and community services departments: - Government Buyer: - City of Tacoma, including Tacoma Power, Tacoma Rail, Tacoma Venues & Events, and Neighborhood & Community Services - Key Projects and Requirements: - Tacoma Power Markets+ Implementation Support: - Program management and organizational change management (OCM) services for Markets+ day-ahead energy market transition - Emphasis on experience with Northwest utilities and wholesale energy markets - Services include project management, stakeholder coordination, business analysis, organizational design, leadership development, communications, and training - Contract value up to $3 million over three years, with a one-year renewal option - Tacoma Rail Battery-Electric Locomotives and Charging Infrastructure: - Turnkey delivery of two FRA-compliant, zero-emission, 4-axle GP38/GP40 style battery-electric locomotives (minimum 2000 hp equivalent, 50 MPH capability) - Two reverse pantograph style charging stations (minimum 750 kW output, full charge in under 8 hours) - Battery balancer/shop charger, shipping, and comprehensive in-person training for rail personnel - Project budget of $14 million, with Buy America and local manufacturing emphasized - Market and Feasibility Study for Public Assembly Venues: - Consulting services to assess Tacoma Dome, Cheney Stadium, and City Theaters for market opportunities, facility improvements, and economic impact - Deliverables include economic analysis, program development, and final reporting - Estimated budget of $150,000; contract up to 18 months - Neighborhood & Community Services Biennial Funding: - Multiple service areas including youth violence prevention, community violence response, domestic violence prevention, food access, behavioral health, sheltering, housing, and inclement weather response - Services must be trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and focused on Tacoma residents - Estimated total awards of $18.5 million for the 2027-2028 biennium - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitations; opportunities are open to qualified providers - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with federal and safety standards (e.g., FRA, Buy America) - Local manufacturing and sustainability emphasized for rail procurement - Experience with regional utilities and energy markets required for program management - Verification of Tacoma residency and coordination with City systems for community services - Products/Services Requested (with quantities): - 2 battery-electric locomotives (zero-emission, FRA-compliant) - 2 reverse pantograph charging stations - 1 battery balancer/shop charger - Program management and OCM services (task order-based) - Market and feasibility study consulting - Multiple community and social services (various quantities, as needed) - Locations: - Tacoma Rail (2601 SR 509, North Frontage Road, Tacoma, WA 98421) - Tacoma Public Utilities Administration Building North (3628 S. 35th Street, Tacoma, WA 98409) - Tacoma Dome (2727 E D St., Tacoma, WA 98421) - Joint Base Lewis-McChord (for utility service area) - City of Tacoma (general place of performance for community services)

Description

This procurement opportunity is issued by the City of Tacoma for the Green River Filtration Facility Ozone System Replacement project. The solicitation is a Request for Bids (RFB) with a deadline of June 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM. The project involves the replacement of the ozone system at the Green River Filtration Facility. Bidders are encouraged to register for the bid holders list and review the specifications and addenda. Interested parties should visit the provided link for more details and registration.

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