Mobile Railcar Inspection Portal (M-RIP) Solution-as-a-Service
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) seeks potential sources for a fully managed, portable Mobile Railcar Inspection Portal (M-RIP) as a Solution-as-a-Service to enhance safety and efficiency. The required system is a self-powered, containerized unit that must be deployable to remote locations and capable of being relocated up to 12 times annually. Key capabilities include high-speed, high-resolution 360-degree imaging and automated AI defect detection with near real-time results. The service model requires the vendor to own, maintain, and operate the equipment, providing remote inspections via certified personnel. This is a Sources Sought notice for market research only and is not a solicitation.