Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) - Capital Programs Division
10 Park Plz, Boston, MA 02116-3933
(617) 222-3200
General Info
Standard Documents
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Upcoming Solicitations
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Y42CN01 DB RFQ
The purpose of the project is to provide a new access point to the Red Line at Alewife Station. The MBTA Red Line subway northwest of the Charles River operates in a below grade tunnel. Maintenance access is four miles from Alewife Station at the First Street gate. The existing tunnel is over 25-ft below ground surface near Alewife.
This Project will complete final design and construction to create the new access point to the Red Line Tunnel in Cambridge, MA near Alewife Station. The Base Technical Concept (“BTC”) consists of a 15-ft wide paved access road, approximately 150 feet in length, followed by a boat section ramp approximately 130-ft long that provides below-grade access to a new tunnel that ties into the existing Red Line tunnel approximately 150-ft from the end of the boat section ramp.
The BTC includes constructing the new tunnel structure and boat section ramp within a support of excavation system (SOE). The proposed SOE system includes sheet piling walls, internal bracing, and a working base slab over a jet grout bottom plug. Soil within the excavation area is contaminated. A Final Release Abatement Measure (RAM) needs to be developed that follows the methods described in the Draft RAM plan submitted to the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) in August 2024 or the Public Involvement Plan (PIP) process needs to be re-initiated. Dewatering will also be required as part of the excavation and water needs to be properly discharged. The tunnel and boat section ramp structures are detailed for conventional form and pour concrete methods starting with the base slab and progressing upward to the top of the boat walls and the tunnel roof slab. The final grading and tree planting plan needs to be in accordance with the Order of Conditions issued by the Cambridge Conservation Commission on January 6, 2025 (MassDEP File #123-0325), otherwise the process to receive a new Order of Conditions needs to be re-initiated.
To provide access to the existing Red Line Tunnel, two openings approximately 14-ft high x 40-ft wide are included in the BTC into the side of the existing tunnel to connect the new Access Tunnel. This operation will include the partial demolition of the existing Red Line Tunnel slurry walls. Truck pads are included in the BTC within the existing Red Line Tunnel at each of the two openings to provide a designated “on-track” entrance point and “off-track” exit point for equipment and hi-rail vehicles.
The BTC equips the new tunnel with a manually operated flood door to prevent unauthorized personnel from accessing the tunnel and to prevent water ingress. The proposed electrical scope of work includes new security devices, lighting within the new tunnel, and electrical modifications within the existing Red Line tunnel.
| 06/02/2026 03:00 PM UTC |
Closed Solicitations
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P09PS01
Design and Engineering Services for D-Branch Traction Power Upgrades for Increased Capacity
Upgrade the traction power infrastructure, overhead contact system (OCS), and underground communication systems along the D Branch between the portal area outside of the Central Tunnel at Fenway Station area in Boston to the end of the D-Branch at the Riverside Vehicle Maintenance Facility in Newton (approximately 9.1 miles).
| 06/27/2025 06:00 PM UTC |
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V70PS05
Engineering and Project Management Professional Services for Commuter Rail New Locomotive
The Scope of Services includes but are not limited to: vehicle specification development; vehicle builder selection RFP support; assessment of existing Commuter Rail infrastructure; design reviews, tests, and inspections; project management; configuration management; administration of warranty.
| 06/20/2025 06:00 PM UTC |
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I62PS03 - Request for Qualifications
DESIGN/ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES (CPS) FOR LYNN STATION MODERNIZATION
The Scope of Service(s) may include but are not limited to: Feasibility Surveys/Analyses; Urban and Transportation Planning; Architecture; Parking, Intermodal Transportation Facility and Station design; Multidiscipline Engineering (i.e. Civil, Structural, Electrical, and Mechanical); Platform and Bridge Reconstruction; Track Design; Signals Design; Bonding/Grounding/Lightning Protection of Steel Structures; 3D Laser Scanning; Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Design; Environmental Services; Landscape Architecture; Historical Assessment; Code Compliance; Robust Stakeholder and Public Participation; Vertical Transportation; Contract Management Assistance; Scheduling; Quality Control/Quality Assurance; Construction Systems and Methods; Construction Planning; Construction Cost Estimating; Construction Staging and Constructability; Construction Phase Services and Closeout.
| 06/12/2025 06:00 PM UTC |
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A72CN02 CMAR RFQ
CMAR Newtonville Commuter Rail Station Accessibility Improvements
Work consists of the reconstruction of the Newtonville Commuter Rail Station located on the Worcester Line to meet current accessibility requirements. Specifically, the proposed project will include installation of retaining walls necessary to accommodate a new station.. Additionally, the work entails the construction of four hundred (400) foot side platforms including drilled micropile foundation, four (4) electric traction elevators tying both platforms to proposed Washington Street entrance and both vertical and horizontal adjustment to track within proposed station footprint.
| 06/12/2025 03:00 PM UTC |
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B44PS01 - Request for Qualifications
STRUCTURAL PRESERVATION OFFICE ENGINEERING & PROGRAM SUPPORT
Contract Development and Procurement Support, develop contracts and specifications for bid and procurement, Provide bid analysis, maintain standard library items and cost data, Track and monitor work scopes and tasks under current and future Bridge and Structures On-Call Program Projects, monitor budget and schedule, Provide ICE’s and participate in change management/negotiations, Development of supplemental specifications, permitting (if required), Construction Phase Services – submittal, RFI and as needed office engineering, Developmental of standard details and coordination of current MBTA Standards, Assistance in contract management as required including (procurement, bid phase, progress of work and closeout) and Constructability reviews as requested and required.
| 06/06/2025 06:00 PM UTC |
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C90PS03
PA and Realtime Digital Information System Design Services
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority is soliciting architectural and engineering Professional Design services for 0-100% design of a new systemwide specification and station-specific replacement plans for the MBTA’s PA and Realtime Digital Information System in stations.
| 06/05/2025 06:00 PM UTC |
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A26CN06R-CMAR Trade RFQ
CMAR Symphony Station Improvements Project Scope
The project scope includes renovations to MBTA’s Symphony Station including, but not limited to: installation of four (4) elevators; raising the existing platforms for level boarding; renovation and expansion of inbound and outbound lobbies; two (2) public toilet rooms; new egress stairs and headhouses; renovation of existing stairs and expansion of the mezzanine; upgrade of life safety systems; lighting; finishes; wayfinding; foundation improvements, including support of excavation requirements and underpinning; site and landscaping improvements; site amenities
and protective bollards, renovated plazas for inbound station entrances; raised bike lanes, replaced sidewalks and roadway along Massachusetts Avenue; significant electrical and communication upgrades including but not limited to replacement of DC duct banks along platforms, electrical backup service from Prudential, including new substation and emergency mineral insulated (MI) cabling, and transformer vault.
Request for Qualifications for the following Trades
Masonry Work
Miscellaneous and Ornamental Irons,
Waterproofing, Damp-proofing and Caulking
Roofing and Flashing
Tile
Acoustical Tile
Resilient Floors
Painting
Elevators
Plumbing
Fire Protection Sprinkler Systems
HVAC
Electrical Work
| 06/05/2025 03:00 PM UTC |
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H32CN01-DB RFQ
DB North Station Draw One Bridge Replacement and Associated Track & Signal Upgrades, Boston, Cambridge and Somerville, MA
The purpose of the North Station Draw One Bridge Replacement and Associated Track & Signal Upgrades Project is to replace the Draw One Bridge, the Signal Tower A, and associated MBTA track and signal infrastructure. The existing Draw One Bridge consists of two adjacent two-track bridge spans crossing the Charles River. Signal Tower A is located just north of the Draw One Bridge, east of the tracks. Due to the deteriorated condition of the building, a temporary control tower was built in 2018. Conduits below grade connect the temporary control tower to equipment in the adjacent Signal Tower A. Description + any other pertinent information you wish to summarize for vendors who may reference the solicitation.
| 05/23/2025 03:00 PM UTC |
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A34CN01- CMAR RFQ
CMAR Downtown Crossing Phase 2 and Central Square Station Accessibility Improvements, Boston and Cambridge, MA
Project Description
DTX Phase II:
Macy’s Elevator - Construction and installation of a new 2-stop Macy’s elevator, which will provide connection from, and, to the Orange Line Northbound to the Red Line Southbound Platforms, along with the associated mechanical rooms and machinery.
Winter Street Elevator: Replacement of the existing 2-stop Winter Street elevator with a larger, 3-stop elevator, which will provide transfers from, and, to street level, Orange Line Southbound, & Red Line Southbound Platforms, along with the associated mechanical rooms, machinery, new Red Line Lobby Area, and extension of the South Passageway.
Park Street Elevator: Construction and installation of a 2-stop Park Street elevator, which will provide connection from, and, to Orange Line Southbound, Green Line Eastbound, and Red Line Center Platform, along with associated mechanical rooms and machinery.
Central Square Station:
Work consists of updating Central Square Station to meet current accessibility requirements. Specifically, the proposed project will replace existing elevator #860 and elevator hoistway which extends from the Red Line outbound platform up to street level in Central Square. Additionally, the work includes the construction of two new elevators, one inbound and one outbound which extend from the Red Line inbound and outbound platform up to street level in Central Square, these will require curb modifications and traffic bollards along Mass Ave. New Areas of Rescue Assistance, one inbound and one outbound will be located adjacent to the new elevators and will be equipped with Stryker chairs, emergency call boxes and smoke proof enclosures. The inbound escalator will be modernized with a HD Transit-rated escalator with two step run-on and run-off to fit within the existing concrete areaway.
| 05/01/2025 03:00 PM UTC |
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P62CN02- CMAR RFQ
Ashmont TPSS and Mattapan TPSS/VMF Upgrades
Ashmont:
This project will replace existing traction power equipment and add additional traction power equipment in order to meet the increased power requirements of the expanded Codman Yard and the upgrade of the Mattapan High Speed Line. The project will also renovate the building structure of the Ashmont Traction Power Substation in order to return the facility to a state of good repair.
Mattapan:
The Mattapan VMF and TPSS Projects are a part of the overall Mattapan Line Transformation Program, which aims to modernize the Mattapan Line as well increase accessibility and improve the reliability of the service. The program’s primary objective is to implement the necessary infrastructure upgrades to accommodate Type 9 light rail vehicles, allowing for the retirement of the existing PCC trolleys. The projects overall scope is below:
Vehicle Maintenance Facility
Construct new Vehicle Maintenance Facility in the Mattapan Yard to maintain and store the future vehicle fleet
Power
Implementation of a new Traction Power Substation to accommodate the added power draw of Type 9s in comparison to the existing PCC trolleys
| 04/16/2025 03:00 PM UTC |
