Rectifier Transformer for Substations
ID: IFB No. 205501
• Alt ID: PR0205501
• State: Illinois
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Description
Background
The Northeast Illinois Regional Commuter Railroad Corporation, known as Metra, is issuing this Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the procurement of a Rectifier Transformer for Substations.
The Engineering Department intends to utilize this transformer to enhance operational efficiency and reliability within its electrical infrastructure.
Work Details
The contract involves the supply of Rectifier Transformers specifically for use at the Cheltenham Substation located at 2950 E. 80th St., Chicago, IL 60617, and the 16th Street Substation at 1618 S. Prairie Ave., Chicago, IL 60616.
The transformers must meet specified performance requirements and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Bidders are required to provide a complete bid that includes all transportation and delivery charges as part of the total price.
The successful bidder will be responsible for ensuring that all materials supplied are new and conform to the specifications outlined in the IFB documents.
Period of Performance
The contract period will commence upon award and is expected to be completed by July 20, 2026.
Place of Performance
The work will be performed at two locations:
- Cheltenham Substation - 2950 E. 80th St., Chicago, IL 60617
- 16th Street Substation – 1618 S. Prairie Ave., Chicago, IL 60616.
Bidder Requirements
Bidders must comply with the Buy America provisions as set forth in Section 165 of the Surface Transportation Assistance Act of 1982.
There is no Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal for this project.
Bidders must provide evidence of their ability to fulfill the contract requirements within forty-eight hours upon request from Metra.
The Northeast Illinois Regional Commuter Railroad Corporation, known as Metra, is issuing this Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the procurement of a Rectifier Transformer for Substations.
The Engineering Department intends to utilize this transformer to enhance operational efficiency and reliability within its electrical infrastructure.
Work Details
The contract involves the supply of Rectifier Transformers specifically for use at the Cheltenham Substation located at 2950 E. 80th St., Chicago, IL 60617, and the 16th Street Substation at 1618 S. Prairie Ave., Chicago, IL 60616.
The transformers must meet specified performance requirements and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Bidders are required to provide a complete bid that includes all transportation and delivery charges as part of the total price.
The successful bidder will be responsible for ensuring that all materials supplied are new and conform to the specifications outlined in the IFB documents.
Period of Performance
The contract period will commence upon award and is expected to be completed by July 20, 2026.
Place of Performance
The work will be performed at two locations:
- Cheltenham Substation - 2950 E. 80th St., Chicago, IL 60617
- 16th Street Substation – 1618 S. Prairie Ave., Chicago, IL 60616.
Bidder Requirements
Bidders must comply with the Buy America provisions as set forth in Section 165 of the Surface Transportation Assistance Act of 1982.
There is no Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal for this project.
Bidders must provide evidence of their ability to fulfill the contract requirements within forty-eight hours upon request from Metra.
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Overview
Agency
Opportunity Type
IFB
Opportunity ID
IFB No. 205501
Response Deadline
July 20, 2026
Due in 26 Days
Date Posted
June 18, 2026
Source
Pre-Bid Conference
No pre-bid conference requirement or date was identified in the provided solicitation text.
Q&A Deadline
Questions regarding this IFB shall be submitted via Metra’s Procurement portal by 4:00 p.m. on July 6, 2026. Metra will not accept questions after this time.
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$300,000 - $1,200,000
(AI estimate)
Agency Distribution
High
On 6/18/26 Purchasing in Illinois issued IFB Rectifier Transformer for Substations with ID IFB No. 205501 due 7/20/26.
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Additional Details
Questions Due
07/06/2026
Intent to Bid Due Date
07/20/2026