Funding urged for WMATA 8000-series railcar Option 1
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Description
NVTC highlights WMATA’s 8000-series railcar procurement contract, under which Option 1 would add 104 railcars for $324 million on top of a 2020 base order of 256 cars. The Commission urges WMATA to secure CIP funding by December 2026 or renegotiate timelines with the railcar vendor to avoid production delays and cost increases.
Contract Details
Contract Amount
$324 million
Vendor
WMATA
Agency
Northern Virginia Transportation Commission, VA
Contract Type
EQUIPMENT
Document Date
January 29, 2026
Contract Term
Option 1 for 104 additional 8000-series railcars to be executed by December 2026
Renewal Date
2026-12-31
Renewal Info
Base contract for 256 8000-series railcars was awarded in 2020 with multiple options; Option 1 for 104 additional cars must be executed by December 2026 under current terms, or timelines renegotiated with the vendor.
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