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Metra procures specialized goods and professional services to maintain and modernize the commuter rail infrastructure serving the Chicago metropolitan area. Vendors compete for contracts involving heavy rail engineering, locomotive and passenger car maintenance, station reconstruction, and specialized transit equipment supply.
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Metra in Illinois is soliciting bids for signal cable and wire products under IFB No. 202216B. The bid opening is virtual, with required exhibits and price lists due by August 27, 2026.
Metra · Illinois
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Metra in Illinois seeks bids for two vertical storage units under IFB No. 176019A. The solicitation includes hardware manufacturing and industrial machinery wholesaling. Key dates include a bid opening on September 9, 2026.
Metra · Illinois
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Metra seeks Letters of Interest and Qualifications for Construction Management Engineering Services under NAICS 541330. The opportunity is open from July 29 to August 27, 2026, with key events and documentation available online.
Metra · Illinois
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Metra is soliciting Letters of Interest and Qualifications for Construction Management Engineering Services under NAICS 541330. The opportunity is open from July 29 to August 27, 2026, via an online portal.
Metra · Illinois
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Metra seeks bids for a three-year purchase agreement for railroad switch parts, under NAICS 332111 Iron and Steel Forging. Bids open Aug 13, 2026 via Microsoft Teams. Required documents include price lists and Buy America certificates.
Metra · Illinois
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Metra in Illinois seeks bids for diaphragm mounting frame and buffer assembly under NAICS 423510. The IFB opens July 28, 2026, with bids due by August 20, 2026. Required exhibits and Buy America compliance documents must be submitted.
Metra · Illinois
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Metra seeks bids for Nipon Sharyo Flip Seat Cushions for its commuter rail rehabilitation project under NAICS 336360. The IFB includes detailed submission requirements and deadlines through August 21, 2026.
Metra · Illinois
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Metra seeks bids for two new heavy-duty backhoe loaders with integrated backhoe attachments for municipal and utility maintenance. Bids open Aug 25, 2026, via Microsoft Teams.
Metra · Illinois
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Metra seeks suppliers for a two-year purchase agreement of windshields and related transportation equipment items under NAICS 423860. The RFQ opens July 24, 2026, and closes July 29, 2026, with required submission of coversheets and price lists.
Metra · Illinois
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Metra IFB No. 205729 seeks construction services for ADA rehabilitation and maintenance at 11 stations on Milwaukee North and West subdivisions in Illinois. Scope includes assessment, design, and repair of ramps, handrails, signage, and other accessibility features. Mandatory intent to bid due August 24, 2026.
Metra · Illinois
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