Regional Transit Authority - Rampart Loyola Streetcar Electric Feeder Repair - IFB 2026-043 (2026)
Regional Transit AuthorityPublic Authority · New Orleans, LA- Due
- Dec 8, 2026
- 31 days left
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ronald Baptiste
The 30-second brief
The Regional Transit Authority is seeking qualified vendors to provide bids for the Rampart Loyola Streetcar Electric Feeder Repair project, IFB 2026-043. The work encompasses electrical construction and traffic control services per the drawings and specifications. Bids must be submitted online via the RTA Procureware portal by 2:00 PM on December 8, 2026. A pre-bid site visit is scheduled for November 11, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the neutral ground near Canal Street and Elk Place in New Orleans, requiring PPE including a high-visibility vest. Clarification questions are due by December 1, 2026.
ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION COST, TRAFFIC CONTROL
Lowest responsible bidder
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Summary
The Regional Transit Authority is seeking qualified vendors to provide bids for the Rampart Loyola Streetcar Electric Feeder Repair project, IFB 2026-043.
The work encompasses electrical construction and traffic control services per the drawings and specifications. Bids must be submitted online via the RTA Procureware portal by 2:00 PM on December 8, 2026. A pre-bid site visit is scheduled for November 11, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the neutral ground near Canal Street and Elk Place in New Orleans, requiring PPE including a high-visibility vest. Clarification questions are due by December 1, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION COST, TRAFFIC CONTROL
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Louisiana Uniform Public Work Bid Form (Attachment 1)
- Buy America Certificate of Compliance
- Certificate on Primary Debarment
- Certificate Regarding Debarment- Lower Tier
- Certification of Restrictions on Lobbying
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- DBE Form 4 - DBE Participation Plan
- Bid Bond
- Submit to
- https://norta.procureware.com/home
- Scope location
- New Orleans, LA
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Regional Transit Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 8, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://norta.procureware.com/home. For questions, contact Ronald Baptiste.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Regional Transit Authority in LA, 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.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Ronald Baptiste. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION COST, TRAFFIC CONTROL. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Regional Transit Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Regional Transit Authority are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Regional Transit Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 8, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Louisiana Uniform Public Work Bid Form (Attachment 1), Buy America Certificate of Compliance, Certificate on Primary Debarment, Certificate Regarding Debarment- Lower Tier, Certification of Restrictio. Review the full document from Regional Transit Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New Orleans, LA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.