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).