RFP 114-26 Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) Upgrade

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority is seeking a qualified contractor to modernize its power‑SCADA remote terminal units (RTUs) at 18 substations (17 upgrades and one full replacement at the Dewey TPSS). The work includes supplying new RTU hardware, enclosures, power supplies, I/O panels, and associated fiber‑optic and CAT‑6 cabling; performing design, factory‑acceptance testing, field installation, configuration, and full integration with MBTA’s SCADA master stations; providing training, documentation, spare‑parts kits, and a 60‑month warranty. The contract is a lump‑sum, firm‑fixed‑price award with required bid, performance, and payment bonds, and must comply with MBTA’s Buy‑America, prevailing‑wage, safety, and insurance requirements. • Upgrade or replace 18 RTUs (Micro 1C or Sage platforms) with dual‑processor architecture and multiple communication protocols (Telvent Series V, DNP 3, Modbus). • Provide new enclosures, power supplies, battery backup, I/O panels, and up‑to‑date SCADA interface hardware/software; perform FAT, on‑site testing, and hand‑over. • Deliver training, as‑built drawings, operation & maintenance manuals, spare‑parts inventory, and a 5‑year warranty; meet stringent MBTA safety, security, and Buy‑America criteria.