Amtrak #LOI X 042 26317

Amtrak Richmond Station 36 MW/45 MVA Static Frequency Converter Replacement

Amtrak is prequalifying design-build contractors to replace Static Frequency Converter Unit #4 at its Richmond station in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. - Government buyer: Amtrak (National Railroad Passenger Corporation), Procurement & Logistics Department; Christopher Angelone, Procurement Director. - OEMs identified by Amtrak: GE Verona and Siemens Mobility GmbH are named as potential equipment suppliers, not as endorsed or exclusive providers. Other qualified firms may participate. - Products requested: One 36 MW/45 MVA static frequency converter; one 69 kV, three-phase, 60 Hz input transformer; 138 kV, single-phase, 25 Hz output transformer(s), quantity unspecified; converter controls, protection and communications equipment; cooling system, piping and pumps; and replacement security fencing. No part numbers are specified. - Services requested: Design-build delivery, final engineering, equipment supply, demolition and construction, integration with existing switchgear, cables and auxiliary systems, facility and site modifications, testing, commissioning, training, manuals, as-built documentation and lifecycle maintenance support. The prequalification form also requests contractor information on experience, licensing, safety, references, financial capacity and bonding. - Notable requirements: The other four converter units must remain operational during the work. Contractors must protect existing systems and equipment that remain, and retain functional salvaged equipment and parts for Amtrak maintenance. Amtrak Buy American requirements apply, including U.S. final assembly and domestic component-content requirements, subject to applicable waivers.

Description

Amtrak is seeking Letters of Interest and qualification statements from Design-Build contractors for replacement of Static Frequency Converter Unit #4 at its Richmond SFC Station in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The project includes final design, equipment supply, demolition, construction, installation, testing, and commissioning of a new 36 MW/45 MVA converter and associated systems, while the other four converter units remain operational. The anticipated period of performance is approximately 1,010 days, with notice to proceed anticipated in August 2027 and substantial completion in April 2030. Qualified contractors selected through prequalification may participate in a forthcoming Request for Proposal; responses are due January 8, 2027.

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