2027CRISIruralRailRehabilitationPVHooperBranch - PCC Specs.pdf

This document contains the Portland and Western Railroad Company (PCC) specifications for a rural rail rehabilitation project on the PV Hooper Branch in Washington State. The project involves comprehensive railroad infrastructure improvements including the removal of 42 crossing and track components, demolition of legacy structures, and installation of new pavement, ballast, ties, and rail systems. Work activities encompass railroad crossing improvements, mainline track work, roadway excavation, installation of concrete surface bond course (CSBC), concrete composite pavement (CCP), and hot mix asphalt (HMA) paving, along with pavement markings, culverts, ballast distribution, rail replacement with on-track machinery (OTM), rail joints, surface line and dress work, undercutting, turnout installation, surveying, ditching, and erosion control measures. The project is classified as Work Class 54 railroad construction and is anticipated to require approximately 215 working days for completion across 42 distinct bid items.

The specifications document establishes detailed technical requirements and standards for all materials, construction methods, and quality assurance procedures required for the rehabilitation work. Pricing terms, bonding requirements, set-asides, incumbent information, and funding sources are to be determined through the formal solicitation documents and bid specifications. Contractors should reference the complete solicitation package and attend any scheduled bidders' conferences for comprehensive information regarding bid submission requirements, evaluation criteria, contract terms, and any special conditions applicable to this rural rail rehabilitation project.