Blue Line Detection System at Lindburgh and Minnehaha Tunnels Phase II

The Metropolitan Council (Metro Transit) is seeking qualified contractors to upgrade the Intrusion Detection System (IDS) within the Blue Line’s Lindbergh and Minnehaha light‑rail tunnels. Work includes adjusting wiring, relocating beam units, and modernizing hardware to improve safety and reliability. Bids are submitted electronically via QuestCDN and must be received by the bid‑receipt deadline. • Scope: IDS hardware modernization, wiring adjustments, beam‑unit relocation in two transit tunnels. • Location: Lindbergh and Minnehaha Tunnels, Twin Cities, Minnesota (site visit at 46th Station). • Submission: Electronic only through QuestCDN; pre‑bid meeting (virtual) on 25 Feb, site visit (mandatory PPE & safety training) on 24 Mar. • Timeline: Notice 12 Feb 2026 → Pre‑bid 25 Feb → Site visit 24 Mar → Bid deadline & public opening 8 Apr 2026. • Contact: Marla Vagts, Contract Administrator (phone (651) 602‑1107, email [email protected]).