Opportunity
Massport #X92PS03
MBTA Seeks Consulting for Modular Traction Power Substation Replacement at Quincy Center
Posted
July 09, 2026
Respond By
July 30, 2026
Identifier
X92PS03
NAICS
541330, 541310
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is seeking professional consulting services for the design and construction management of a modular Traction Power Substation (TPSS) replacement at Quincy Center, serving the Red Line. - Government Buyer: Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) - Capital Programs Division - Project Scope: - Design and construction management for a modular TPSS with twin 3MVA capacity - Site-specific design, adaptation of MBTA standard modular substation design - Environmental permitting and compliance, including historical site improvements - Utility and stakeholder coordination - Construction phase services, including commissioning, decommissioning of the existing system, and power cutover - Required Expertise: - Multidisciplinary engineering (architecture, civil, structural, electrical, mechanical) - Environmental and historical compliance - Project manager with at least 5 years of experience and professional registration - Familiarity with MBTA systems and Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) delivery - Notable Requirements: - Modular substation manufacturer will be involved at later stages (no specific OEMs named at this stage) - Compliance with state and federal codes - Contract Duration: - Five-year base contract with two optional one-year extensions - Phased delivery from pre-design through construction and closeout
Description
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is soliciting professional consulting services for the design and construction of a modular Traction Power Sub Station at the MBTA Quincy Center. The scope includes general project management, design phase, bid phase, and construction phase services. The project involves replacing the existing 53-year-old substation serving the Red Line transit power needs with a new modular substation, including site-specific designs, environmental compliance, and coordination with utilities and stakeholders. The contract duration is five years with two optional one-year extensions, and the delivery method is Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR).