Opportunity
Metra Commuter Rail Board Bonfire #IFB No. 207211
Metra Solicits Bids for Continuous Welded Rail and 80-Foot Rails (115RE & 136RE)
Posted
June 08, 2026
Respond By
June 30, 2026
Identifier
IFB No. 207211
NAICS
331221
Metra is seeking bids for a one-time purchase of rail materials to support its rail infrastructure projects. - Government Buyer: - Metra Purchasing Department (Chicago, Illinois) - Products Requested: - Continuous Welded Rail (CWR) - 80 Foot Rails in two sizes: 115RE and 136RE - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Requirements: - Compliance with Buy America provisions (iron and steel must be domestically produced) - Certification of a drug-free workplace - Submission of required documentation: Exhibit 1-G thru 1-J, Buy America Certificate, Contract Signature Page, Price List, and Drug-Free Workplace Certification - Opportunity is open to suppliers in the iron and steel manufacturing sector - No recurring or option years; this is a one-time purchase
Description
This solicitation is for a one-time purchase of Continuous Welded Rail (CWR) and 80 Foot Rails (115RE & 136RE). The procurement is managed by the Purchasing Department and is issued as an Invitation for Bid (IFB). The solicitation includes requirements for various exhibits such as Buy America Certificate, Contract Signature Page, Price List, and Certification Regarding a Drug Free Workplace. The opportunity is open with a closing date of June 30th, 2026.