Funding Opportunity
City of Tacoma Battery Electric Locomotives and Charging Stations RFP
Posted:
May 7, 2026
Close:
July 14, 2026
Background and Award Information
The City of Tacoma is soliciting proposals to establish one or more contracts with qualified vendors to provide the turnkey delivery of equipment, materials, and personnel necessary to construct two, fully functioning Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) compliant battery-electric locomotives that will be charged using reverse pantograph style charging systems. The estimate for this project is $14 million.
Important Dates
Proposals are due July 14, 2026.
If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Wendy Morgan (wendy@cte.tv).
