Post InformationPosted At:Fri, Sep 9, 2022 9:00 AMSealed Bid Process:Yes (Bids Sealed / Pricing Sealed)Private Bid:No1. Introduction1. SummaryVTA's light rail maintenance department is seeking a vendor who shall perform non-destructive testing (NDT) and inspection on Light Rail Vehicle Axles. The contractor shall perform Magnetic Particle Inspection ("MPI ") and Radial Ultrasonic Test ("UT") examinations of motor truck axles for VTA's LRVs to detect cracks and other discontinuities on or near the surface of the axle. The contractor shall issue a final report which shows the information on such findings. The contractor shall ensure there are no cracks in the parts before they are placed back into service. 2. BackgroundApplicable Standards:The MPI and Radial UTs must meet ASTM E 1444 as revised, and AAR Section G Part II l.1.15 Wheels and Axles.3. Contact InformationGarret LiangBuyer II Email: garret.liang@vta.orgPhone: (408) 321-5592Department:Purchasing4. TimelineSolicitation Publication Date:September 9, 2022Pre-Bid Conference (Non-Mandatory):September 20, 2022, 10:30am AgendaMicrosoft Teams meeting [Pre-bid Conference Ended]Question Submission Deadline:September 26, 2022, 5:00pmBid Submission Deadline:October 4, 2022, 2:00pm Microsoft Teams Meeting ID: 274 382 027 113 Passcode: rRpCt4