Public Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract - Light Rail Vehicle Repair

Valley Metro Rail, Inc. is issuing a sole‑source solicitation to its original equipment manufacturer, Kinkisharyo International, to repair Light Rail Vehicle #142 that was severely damaged in a derailment on December 30 2025. The repair must meet OEM standards and involves disassembly, structural repairs to the operator cab and articulation areas, and reassembly to return the vehicle to service, ensuring fleet reliability and spare‑ratio compliance. • Sole‑source contract with Kinkisharyo (OEM) – only provider with required parts and expertise. • Scope: structural and systems repair of one LRV (unit 142) to OEM specifications. • Electronic submission required via OpenGov Procurement portal. • Questions due by September 11 2026; final response due September 18 2026, 12:00 PM. • Contact: Karen Ingram, Procurement Officer ([email protected], (602) 322‑4428).