Description
This procurement seeks a qualified contractor to perform a comprehensive overhaul of SEPTA’s Model No. EX54 smoothing reactors used in the rail system. The work must follow the revised SEPTA Specification S‑5165 and includes all parts, labor, testing, and any additional overhaul components approved by the Railroad Division Project Manager. The contract is valued between roughly $7 M and $9 M, with three competing offers already submitted.
• Scope: Disassembly, refurbishment, re‑assembly, testing, and delivery of 224 smoothing reactor units (or the quantity required per vendor).
• Technical Requirements: Must comply with SEPTA Spec S‑5165, including any additional parts approved during the project. All work is FOB SEPTA with freight prepaid.
• Delivery: Vendor ships completed reactors to SEPTA facilities; freight terms are pre‑paid and allowance applies.
• Competition: Three bidders (Walco Electric, RAM Industrial Services, Integrated Power Services) have already submitted sealed bids; a fourth bidder could still compete or pursue subcontracting.
• Timeline: Invitation issued March 2 2026, bids opened May 1 2026; award date not yet disclosed.