Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority - Construction of 30th Street West Catenary Replacement Project - Phase 1A - Bid No. 26-00280-AKQC (2026)
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation AuthorityPublic Authority · Philadelphia, PA- Due
- Dec 7, 2026
- 26 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 2.33 years
- Primary contact
- Karen Cyphers
The 30-second brief
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is seeking general contractor services for the Construction of 30th Street West Catenary Replacement Project - Phase 1A in Philadelphia County, PA (Bid No. 26-00280-AKQC). The work includes installation of 203 caisson type catenary foundations and 54 caisson type down guy foundations at Powelton Yard, spanning from the eastern end of 30th Street Station westerly to the Amtrak lease agreement limits, across 4 revenue operating tracks and 17 yard tracks. The contract duration is 850 calendar days (29 months). Bids are due by December 7, 2026, at 10:00 am via SEPTA's ePS website. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit are scheduled for November 11, 2026.
Installation of 203 caisson type catenary foundations (+/-5%) and 54 caisson type down guy foundations at Powelton Yard
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Summary
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is seeking general contractor services for the Construction of 30th Street West Catenary Replacement Project - Phase 1A in Philadelphia County, PA (Bid No. 26-00280-AKQC).
The work includes installation of 203 caisson type catenary foundations and 54 caisson type down guy foundations at Powelton Yard, spanning from the eastern end of 30th Street Station westerly to the Amtrak lease agreement limits, across 4 revenue operating tracks and 17 yard tracks. The contract duration is 850 calendar days (29 months). Bids are due by December 7, 2026, at 10:00 am via SEPTA's ePS website. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit are scheduled for November 11, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Installation of 203 caisson type catenary foundations (+/-5%) and 54 caisson type down guy foundations at Powelton Yard
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Signed addenda, Executive Order 12549 certification
- Submit to
- https://eps.septa.org
- Duration
- 29 months
- Scope location
- Philadelphia, PA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 7, 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://eps.septa.org. For questions, contact Karen Cyphers.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority in PA, 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 Bid 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 Karen Cyphers. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Installation of 203 caisson type catenary foundations (+/-5%) and 54 caisson type down guy foundations at Powelton Yard. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2.33 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 7, 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 Bid?
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: Signed addenda, Executive Order 12549 certification. Review the full document from Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation 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: Philadelphia, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.