When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due August 27, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 13, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $44,500,000.

It was issued by Metra. The work is located in Chicago, Illinois, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Construction management firm with public sector project experience. Expertise in overseeing construction schedules, budgets, and contractor coordination. Familiarity with government procurement and compliance requirements. Regional presence in Illinois or the Chicago metropolitan area. Proven track record delivering construction oversight for complex capital projects.

Construction Management Services (Due August 27, 2026)

A government authority in Chicago, Illinois is soliciting construction management services. Questions are due by August 13, 2026, and proposals are due by August 27, 2026.

Must have a minimum of ten years of working experience in construction management of railroad and commuter rail transportation facilities
Project Manager must have a minimum of ten years of experience with large, complex construction projects applicable to the specific discipline grouping
Project Manager must have a minimum of ten years of experience managing construction projects associated with an operating railroad system
Project Manager must be a registered Professional Engineer in good standing in the State of Illinois
Must meet a 25% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal
Must utilize Oracle’s Primavera P6 or similar construction scheduling software
Must utilize InEight for online document controls
Must be able to provide teams with leadership skills and staffing to serve as Construction Managers
Must have professional liability insurance with a minimum of $5,000,000 coverage
Must comply with Metra’s Contractors Orientation Safety Program

Virtual Pre-proposal Conference: August 6th, 2026

Questions Due: August 13th, 2026

Proposals Due: August 27th, 2026

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A government authority in Chicago, Illinois is seeking a vendor to provide construction management services. The solicitation is focused on securing professional oversight and management support for construction-related activities.

Interested vendors should note that all questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted no later than August 13, 2026. The submission deadline for proposals is August 27, 2026.

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