Description
The California High‑Speed Rail Authority is seeking a qualified supplier to provide overhead contact system (OCS) copper conductors—including 150 mm² contact wire and 65 mm² messenger wire—for its First Construction Segment and future extensions. The contract will cover the manufacture, testing, and delivery of approximately 256 km of each conductor type over a three‑year period, with deliveries split between the Wasco and Fresno railheads in Kern and Fresno counties. Bidders must meet stringent technical specifications, Buy‑America requirements, and be able to post substantial bid and supply bonds.
• Supply of 150 mm² copper‑tin contact wire and 65 mm² Bz catenary wire to EN/IEC standards.
• Delivery of roughly 305 km to Wasco (Kern) and 208 km to Fresno (Fresno) railheads across 2027‑2029.
• Must provide 10 % bid bond, 50 % supply bond, and comply with 12 mandatory certifications (including Buy‑America, debarment, and small‑business goals).