Silverliner VI Rail Cars
ID: 25-00300-AMJP:
• State: Pennsylvania
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Description
Background
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 25-00300-AMJP for the procurement of Silverliner VI Rail Cars. This initiative aims to enhance SEPTA's commuter rail services by acquiring advanced rail cars that improve passenger comfort, safety, and operational efficiency.
The RFP outlines the technical specifications and performance requirements that must be met by the proposed rail cars, emphasizing the need for high-quality delivery aligned with SEPTA's standards.
Work Details
The contractor is required to design, manufacture, and deliver Silverliner VI Rail Cars that meet specific technical specifications outlined in the RFP. Key requirements include:
- All materials and components must be new and of the current model year.
- The cars must be designed for easy maintenance access.
- Delivery must comply with a specified schedule detailed in Exhibit II.
- The contractor is responsible for all transportation costs until acceptance by SEPTA.
- Acceptance testing will occur within 15 days of delivery, with conditions for conditional acceptance if minor defects are present.
Liquidated damages apply for delays in delivery or failure to meet weight and energy consumption targets as specified.
Period of Performance
The contractor shall commence work within five working days of receiving SEPTA's Notice to Proceed and is expected to complete all performance obligations within the timeframe specified in Exhibit II.
Place of Performance
The contract will be performed at the contractor's facilities for manufacturing, with final delivery occurring at SEPTA’s designated location in Philadelphia, PA.
Bidder Requirements
Proposers must demonstrate compliance with federal, state, and local laws as well as specific certifications such as Buy America Certificate and DBE Approval Certification. The contractor must also provide a performance bond and maintenance bond as part of their proposal.
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 25-00300-AMJP for the procurement of Silverliner VI Rail Cars. This initiative aims to enhance SEPTA's commuter rail services by acquiring advanced rail cars that improve passenger comfort, safety, and operational efficiency.
The RFP outlines the technical specifications and performance requirements that must be met by the proposed rail cars, emphasizing the need for high-quality delivery aligned with SEPTA's standards.
Work Details
The contractor is required to design, manufacture, and deliver Silverliner VI Rail Cars that meet specific technical specifications outlined in the RFP. Key requirements include:
- All materials and components must be new and of the current model year.
- The cars must be designed for easy maintenance access.
- Delivery must comply with a specified schedule detailed in Exhibit II.
- The contractor is responsible for all transportation costs until acceptance by SEPTA.
- Acceptance testing will occur within 15 days of delivery, with conditions for conditional acceptance if minor defects are present.
Liquidated damages apply for delays in delivery or failure to meet weight and energy consumption targets as specified.
Period of Performance
The contractor shall commence work within five working days of receiving SEPTA's Notice to Proceed and is expected to complete all performance obligations within the timeframe specified in Exhibit II.
Place of Performance
The contract will be performed at the contractor's facilities for manufacturing, with final delivery occurring at SEPTA’s designated location in Philadelphia, PA.
Bidder Requirements
Proposers must demonstrate compliance with federal, state, and local laws as well as specific certifications such as Buy America Certificate and DBE Approval Certification. The contractor must also provide a performance bond and maintenance bond as part of their proposal.
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Agency
Opportunity ID
25-00300-AMJP:
Response Deadline
April 10, 2026
Past Due
Date Posted
May 15, 2026
Source
Pre-Bid Conference
No pre-bid conference requirement identified in the provided text.
Q&A Deadline
All questions pertaining to this RFP must be submitted in writing to SEPTA, Attn: Michael Piselli, Procurement & Supply Chain Management Dept., 1234 Market Street, 11th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107, via email at mpiselli@septa.org. Inquiries regarding the proposal may also be directed to Michael Piselli at (215) 580-8364 or mpiselli@septa.org.
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$250,000,000 - $900,000,000
(AI estimate)
Agency Distribution
Moderate
On 5/15/26 SEPTA in Pennsylvania issued Silverliner VI Rail Cars with ID 25-00300-AMJP: due 4/9/26.
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