Opportunity
Utah Public Procurement Place U3P #26-04054
UTA Seeks Industry Input for Bombardier Bi-Level Passenger Door System Modernization
Posted
July 23, 2026
Respond By
August 26, 2026
Identifier
26-04054
NAICS
336390, 541330, 541690
The Utah Transit Authority (UTA) is seeking industry input for a potential overhaul and modernization of passenger door systems on its Bombardier Bi-Level commuter rail vehicles. - Government Buyer: - Utah Transit Authority (UTA), SPECIAL SERVICE DISTRICTS - OEMs and Vendors: - Bombardier (primary OEM for the rail vehicles) - Open to all qualified rail vehicle system integrators, door system manufacturers, overhaul providers, and engineering firms - Products/Services Requested: - Overhaul, replacement, or modernization of passenger boarding door systems for 38 Bombardier Bi-Level commuter rail vehicles (233-Series and 246-Series) - Includes mechanical assemblies, actuators, control electronics, diagnostics, and related hardware - Engineering and technical consulting for door system modernization - Recommendations for technology, installation, diagnostics, and lifecycle support - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Open to various actuation and control technologies (electric, pneumatic, electro-pneumatic, hybrid, or other) - Emphasis on lifecycle support, reliability, diagnostics, cybersecurity, and standardization - Seeks industry lessons learned and best practices from similar projects - RFI is for information gathering only; not a solicitation for bids or proposals - Bombardier is the primary OEM referenced, but the RFI is open to all qualified vendors and technology providers
Description
This Request for Information (RFI) issued by the Utah Transit Authority seeks information from qualified vendors regarding the overhaul and modernization of passenger door systems on Bombardier Bi-Level commuter rail vehicles. The RFI aims to gather industry feedback on available technologies, modernization approaches, lifecycle support strategies, and lessons learned to inform a potential future procurement. The scope includes complete door overhaul, replacement or modernization of door actuation systems, diagnostics, spare parts support, and installation options. This RFI is for information gathering only and does not constitute a procurement or contract offer.