# New York State Contract Reporter #D81765

Staffing for NYCT Subway CBTC Operational Readiness Manager

**Posted:** September 15, 2026
**Respond By:** October 06, 2026
**Identifier:** D81765
**NAICS:** 541612

This opportunity involves professional staffing for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), specifically NYC Transit (NYCT) and MTA Construction and Development (MTA C&D), to support the NYCT Subway Communication Based Train Control (CBTC) Modernization Program.
- Government Buyer:
  - Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA)
  - NYC Transit (NYCT)
  - MTA Construction and Development (MTA C&D)
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are named; the procurement is for professional staffing services
- Products/Services Requested:
  - One full-time Operational Readiness Manager (ORM) position
  - Service covers 8,000 hours over a 5-year period
  - Role supports the CBTC Modernization Program for the NYCT Subway
- Unique or Notable Requirements:
  - Position is funded 100% by capital funds
  - Vendor must provide an experienced professional for operational readiness
  - Opportunity is open to qualified consulting and professional staffing firms
  - Vendor registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) and an MTA bidder/supplier number are required

### Description

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority, through MTA Construction and Development Company, seeks to engage one full-time Operational Readiness Manager for the NYCT Subway Communication Based Train Control Modernization Program. The contract term is for 8,000 hours over 5 years. The solicitation is a Request for Proposal with a funding source of 100% capital and an estimated contract value range of $1 million to $5 million. A virtual pre-proposal conference will be held via Microsoft Teams on September 18, 2026.

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