INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB) No. 027-004

WHEELSET AND TRACTION MOTOR OVERHAUL, REPAIR, AND REHABILITATION SERVICES

The purpose of this Invitation for Bids (IFB) is to establish a Contract with one (1) qualified and experienced Contractor for wheelset and traction motor overhaul, repair, and rehabilitation services for VRE’s fleet of Gallery IV passenger railcars and MP36PH-3C locomotives. 

Bids will be considered from qualified and experienced companies who are regularly established in the business of providing wheelset and traction motor overhaul, repair, and rehabilitation services, and in the judgment of VRE are financially responsible. Through prior work performed, Bidders must be able to show evidence of reliability, ability, and experience to perform the work.

Please be advised that it is your responsibility to monitor this site for any addenda.  Failure to submit signed addenda may be grounds to declare your Bid non-responsive.  

Any changes to the solicitation will be issued through a written addendum to the solicitation. 

Bids are due November 10, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. ET.

Inquiries regarding this Invitation for Bids should be directed to: 

Amanda Vitko
Contracts Administrator
Virginia Railway Express
1500 King Street, Suite 202
Alexandria, VA  22314-2730
Telephone/Fax:  (703) 838-5414
Email:  [email protected]

Kristin Nutter
Director of Purchasing and Contract Administration
Virginia Railway Express
1500 King Street, Suite 202
Alexandria, VA  22314-2730
Telephone/Fax:  (703) 838-5441
Email:  [email protected]

 

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