Metra Commuter Rail Board Timber Rail Ties and Timber Guard Rails IFB 215414
Metra Commuter Rail BoardSpecial District · Chicago, IL- Due
- Sep 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
The 30-second brief
The Metra Commuter Rail Board is soliciting bids through Invitation for Bid (IFB) 215414 for the procurement of timber rail ties and timber guard rails. This procurement is managed by the Purchasing department. The scope involves the supply of timber materials essential for rail infrastructure maintenance and safety. Bidders must submit their responses by the deadline of September 24, 2026, at 7:00 PM (19:00:00). The solicitation is hosted on the Metra Bonfire portal at https://metra.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/252235.
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Summary
The Metra Commuter Rail Board is soliciting bids through Invitation for Bid (IFB) 215414 for the procurement of timber rail ties and timber guard rails.
This procurement is managed by the Purchasing department. The scope involves the supply of timber materials essential for rail infrastructure maintenance and safety. Bidders must submit their responses by the deadline of September 24, 2026, at 7:00 PM (19:00:00). The solicitation is hosted on the Metra Bonfire portal at https://metra.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/252235.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Timber Rail Ties, Timber Guard Rails
- Submit to
- https://metra.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/252235
- Scope location
- IFB 215414
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Metra Commuter Rail Board?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 24, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: https://metra.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/252235.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Metra Commuter Rail Board in IL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Timber Rail Ties, Timber Guard Rails. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Metra Commuter Rail Board?
All active and historical solicitations from Metra Commuter Rail Board are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Metra Commuter Rail Board regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Metra Commuter Rail Board for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: IFB 215414. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.