Silverliner VI Rail Cars

SEPTA is seeking a qualified contractor to design, manufacture, test, deliver, and support a new fleet of Silverliner VI commuter‑rail cars. The contract covers a base order of 234 cars (117 married‑pair sets) with multiple option orders, spare‑parts, training, and warranty support. The procurement must satisfy stringent Buy‑America, DBE, and federal safety requirements and includes detailed technical specifications for carbody, propulsion, HVAC, doors, braking, communications, and cybersecurity. Proposals are evaluated primarily on technical merit, experience, and program‑management approach, with price considered after technical evaluation. • Base order: 234 new rail cars plus spare‑parts and training. • Options: up to two 46‑car option sets, airport‑configuration options, and test/inspection vehicles. • Mandatory certifications: Buy‑America, DBE, IRCA compliance; BAFO bond of at least $5 M required. • Schedule: first pilot car delivery ~42 months after Notice‑to‑Proceed; final acceptance ~88 months after NTP.