Opportunity
New Orleans Regional Transit Authority Procureware #IFB 2026-024
RTA New Orleans Solicits Up to 250 Streetcar Wheels and Hardware for Canal/Riverfront Lines
Posted
July 28, 2026
Respond By
August 25, 2026
Identifier
IFB 2026-024
NAICS
423860
The Regional Transit Authority (RTA) of New Orleans is seeking bids for the supply of up to 250 steel streetcar wheels and associated hardware for its Canal and Riverfront lines. - Government Buyer: - Regional Transit Authority (RTA) of New Orleans, Procurement Department - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Brookville Equipment Corporation - Prime Vendor Inc. - Products/Services Requested: - Up to 250 units of 28-inch steel tires (wheels only), AAR M-107-LR Class "C", manufactured to PM Drawing 707667 - Each wheel must be heat treated to 321-363 BHN and include standard AAR M-107 markings - Hardware for each wheel (8 of each per wheel): - Grade 8 Hub Bolt M22-1.5x40MM - Grade 8 Nylon Insert Locknut M22-1.5 - Grade 8 Internal Tooth Star Lock Washer M22 - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Wheels must not be wheel hub assemblies; only the steel tire is required - Compliance with AAR M-107-LR Class "C" standards and PM Drawing 707667 is mandatory - Delivery must occur within 30 days of contract execution, on weekdays between 7 am and 1 pm Central Time (excluding holidays) - Packaging and shipping must follow detailed palletization and delivery instructions - Compliance with federal Buy America and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) regulations is required, though no specific DBE goal is set - Pricing must include shipping and handling to the RTA's East New Orleans Facility
Description
The Regional Transit Authority of New Orleans is soliciting bids for Canal/Riverfront Streetcar Wheels as specified in IFB 2026-024. The procurement includes up to 250 units of 28" steel tires for streetcars, along with associated hardware such as Grade 8 hub bolts, locknuts, and lock washers. Bidders must submit their proposals via the RTA's Procureware website by August 25, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with federal regulations regarding Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) and includes detailed technical specifications and scope of work in the attachments.