Summary
The Northeast Illinois Regional Commuter Railroad Corporation (Metra) issued IFB No. 205501 for the supply of rectifier transformers for the Cheltenham and 16th Street substations in Chicago; bidders must supply new transformers meeting the IFB specifications and include transportation and delivery in their total price. The solicitation requires compliance with Buy America provisions, has a period of performance expected to be completed by July 20, 2026, and includes multiple supporting documents (Complete Packet and exhibits) available on Metra’s procurement portal. The posting date is June 18, 2026, questions are due July 6, 2026, and the bid/intent-to-bid deadline (close date) is July 20, 2026.