EXHIBIT A - SCOPE OF SERVICES.pdf

LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN

TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY

METRO C/K LINE MAINLINE FASTENER

REPLACEMENT PROJECT

EXHIBIT A: Scope of Services

Revision 0

8/11/2026 ii

Document Revisions

Revision Date Author(s) Note

0 08/10/2026 Andrew Rice, Sr. Director, Operations Engineering iii

Table of Contents

1. Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 1-1

1.1 Project Description ................................................................................................... 1-1

1.2 Background .............................................................................................................. 1-1

1.3 Definitions, Acronyms & Abbreviations ..................................................................... 1-1

2. Project Objectives ........................................................................................................... 2-2

3. Period of Performance .................................................................................................... 3-2

4. Scope of Work ................................................................................................................. 4-3

4.1 Work Description ...................................................................................................... 4-3

4.2 Location .................................................................................................................... 4-3

4.3 Quantity .................................................................................................................... 4-4

4.4 Work Area Limits and DF Fastener Distribution ........................................................ 4-4

5. Rail Fastener Technical Requirements .......................................................................... 5-5

5.1 Product Specifications .............................................................................................. 5-5

5.2 Performance Criteria ................................................................................................ 5-6

6. Fastener Installation Work Requirements ..................................................................... 6-6

6.1 Removal / Installation ............................................................................................... 6-6

6.2 Embedded Insert Replacement ................................................................................ 6-7

6.3 Buy-off Inspection and Punch List ............................................................................ 6-7

7. On-Track Construction Equipment Technical Requirements ...................................... 7-7

7.1 Specifications ........................................................................................................... 7-7

7.2 Emissions Compliance ............................................................................................. 7-7

7.3 Clearance Requirements .......................................................................................... 7-8

7.4 Track Condition Compliance ..................................................................................... 7-8

8. Program Requirements ................................................................................................... 8-9

8.1 Contractor’s Duties and Use of Worksite .................................................................. 8-9

8.2 Price and Payment Procedures ................................................................................ 8-9 iv

8.3 Schedule of Values ................................................................................................... 8-9

8.4 Project Schedule ...................................................................................................... 8-9

8.5 Construction Work Plans ........................................................................................ 8-10

8.6 Key Personnel ........................................................................................................ 8-10

8.7 Coordination with Other Active Projects .................................................................. 8-10

8.8 Construction Safety ................................................................................................ 8-11

8.9 Safety and Rail Operations Coordination / Track Allocation Procedures ................. 8-12

8.10 Work Area Turnover Activities – General ................................................................ 8-12

8.11 Disposal Requirements ........................................................................................... 8-12

8.12 On-Track Construction Equipment .......................................................................... 8-12

8.13 Quality Assurance Program Requirements ............................................................. 8-13

8.14 Work Schedule / Shift Windows / Work Areas ........................................................ 8-13

8.15 Project Meetings ..................................................................................................... 8-15

8.16 Daily/Monthly Progress Reporting........................................................................... 8-16

8.17 Equipment and Material Storage on Metro Property ............................................... 8-17

8.18 Work Area Cleanup ................................................................................................ 8-17

8.19 Unused Material ..................................................................................................... 8-17

8.20 DF Fastener Storage and Handling Requirements ................................................. 8-18

8.21 Related Services .................................................................................................... 8-18

8.22 Scope Exclusions ................................................................................................... 8-18

8.23 Liability For Damage ............................................................................................... 8-18

8.24 Warranty ................................................................................................................. 8-18

9. Contractor Qualifications ............................................................................................. 9-19

10. Metro Systemwide Baseline Specifications* ............................................................. 10-19

10.1 Technical Specifications (Exhibit A-1) ................................................................... 10-19

10.2 General Specifications (Exhibit A-2) ..................................................................... 10-19

11. References ................................................................................................................... 11-19

12. Submittals .................................................................................................................... 12-20 v

13. Submittal and Milestones ........................................................................................... 13-21

14. Metro MOW Support .................................................................................................... 14-21

APPENDIX A-1

Appendix A Figures ..................................................................................................... A-2

Appendix B Station and Interlocking Reference Locations ........................................ B-12

Appendix C Work and Schedule Planning Information ................................................. C-1

Operational Constraints and Time Allowances .................................................................. C-2

Work Train Operations and Procedures .............................................................................. C-3

Appendix D Construction Work Plan Submittal Requirements ..................................... D-1

Construction Work Plan Content ......................................................................................... D-2 vi

List of Figures

Figure 1: C/K Line System Diagram ........................................................................................ 4-4

Figure 2: Work Area Limits and DF Fastener Distribution ........................................................ 4-5

Figure 3: Drawing TK-3005, Alignment Schematic, El Segundo Trackwork Installation ........... A-3

Figure 4: Drawing TK-2001, Alignment Schematic, Century Trackwork Installation ................. A-4

Figure 5: El Segundo – DF Track Area ................................................................................... A-5

Figure 6: Century Trackwork – DF Track Area ........................................................................ A-5

Figure 7: Drawing TK-2073, DF Fastener Mounting Details .................................................... A-6

Figure 8: Sample Schedule of Values ..................................................................................... A-7

Figure 9: Drawing, TS-410, Construction Vehicle Clearances and Loading Limits .................. A-8

Figure 10: Clearance Diagram For On-Track Construction Equipment .................................... A-9

Figure 11: LRT - Limiting Dimensions at Station Platform ..................................................... A-10

Figure 12: Light Rail Vehicle Dynamic Envelope ................................................................... A-11

Figure 13: Station and Interlocking Reference Locations (Engineering Stations) ................... B-13

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1. Introduction

1.1 Project Description

The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (“LACMTA” or “Metro”) provides public transit services to Los Angeles (LA) County through its Metro transit system.

This Scope of Services (SOS) details the requirements for the Metro C (Green) Line and K (Crenshaw LAX) Line Fastener Replacement Project. Contractor shall procure 53,530 new Direct Fixation Rail Fastener Assemblies (“DF Fasteners”). DF Fasteners product requirements are described in Section 5.1. Contractor shall remove existing worn fasteners and install new DF Fasteners within designated areas of the Metro C/K Line system. DF Fastener installation work shall be performed in accordance with manufacturer specifications, Section 34 11 00 – General Track Construction, Section 34 11 24, Direct Fixation Track Construction, and other applicable referenced Metro technical specifications.

1.2 Background

The Metro C Line and the southern segment of the K Line make up a 19.3-mile double-track light rail line operating between Redondo Beach and Norwalk. This track between these two points went into service in 1995 and consists of two segments:

• El Segundo K-Line Southern Segment: Extends from Aviation/LAX Station to Redondo Beach Station, covering approximately 3.6 miles. In November 2024, the C and K Lines underwent service changes to accommodate LAX/Metro Transit Center, which opened in June 2025. The El Segundo Segment between Aviation/Century Station and Redondo Beach Station, formerly part of the C Line, is now the southern segment of the K Line.

• Century C-Line Segment: Runs from Aviation/LAX Station to Norwalk Station, spanning roughly 16.5 miles.

A non-revenue connector at Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station links the C Line to the A Line, enabling train transfers for maintenance and other non-revenue activities.

The rail infrastructure includes both ballasted track and direct fixation (DF) track. A system diagram of the existing C/K Line is provided in Figure 1, with detailed alignment schematics for the El Segundo and Century segments in Figures 3 and 4.

1.3 Definitions, Acronyms & Abbreviations

AREMA – American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association ATU – Amalgamated Transit Union CPR - Cardiopulmonary resuscitation CWP – Construction Work Plan DF – Direct Fixation HDPE – High-Density Polyethylene HOV – High-Occupancy Vehicle IJ – Insulated Joints JHA – Job Hazard Analysis LA – Los Angeles LACMTA/Metro - Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority MOW – Maintenance-of-Way MRDC – Metro Rail Design Criteria https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/C_Line_(Los_Angeles_Metro) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Redondo_Beach_station

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NTP – Notice to Proceed NRC – Nonrevenue Connector PM - Project Manager PSR - Project Safety Representative QA - Quality Assurance QAP – Quality Assurance Plan OCS – Overhead Catenary System PPE – Personal Protective Equipment ROC – Rail Operations Center ROW – Right-of-Way RPD – Remote Power Down RPU – Remote Power Up SOS – Scope of Services SOV – Schedule of Values

2. Project Objectives

This project aims to replace the deteriorated or worn Mainline DF Fasteners within DF track areas which are nearing the end of their service life. The scope includes:

• Replacement of DF Fasteners in the El Segundo segment.

• Replacement of DF Fasteners in the Century segment.

• Minimize disruption to regular train services by coordinating work activities with Metro authorities.

• Ensure compliance with this scope of work, all Contract Documents, safety regulations, and guidelines during the procurement and replacement process.

• Complete the project within the agreed-upon timeframe and budget.

3. Period of Performance

a. The Contract Period of Performance shall commence on the date the Contract is fully executed by LACMTA. Contractor shall complete all Services under this Scope no later than December 28, 2029.

b. The project schedule has been structured to ensure that no work performed under this Contract interferes with the 2028 Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles, scheduled to occur from July 14, 2028, through July 30, 2028.

c. If, based on Contractor’s Metro-accepted project schedule, Work requiring access to Metro Right-of-Way and revenue track areas is projected to overlap June 30, 2028, Contractor shall suspend such Work for the period beginning June 30, 2028, and ending August 6, 2028. Contractor shall incorporate this defined suspension period into that project schedule. This suspension period is included within the Period of Performance, and no extension of the Period of Performance shall be granted solely due to this suspension, unless otherwise provided in the Contract Documents.

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4. Scope of Work

4.1 Work Description

Contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, materials, and incidentals to perform the following:

a. All field personnel working within Metro’s ROW shall complete Metro’s Wayside Worker Protection and Rail Safety Training in accordance with Section 8.7.

b. Conduct pre-site survey of work areas identified within Appendix B, Station and Interlocking Reference Locations, to confirm designated DF Fastener track area locations and work area site conditions. Contractor shall notify Metro of any stationing discrepancies identified in the fastener replacement limits or discovered during the pre-survey inspection.

c. Procure DF Rail Fasteners and all required assembly components in accordance with Section 5.1, Product Specifications, that conform to Section 34 11 36 and are compatible with the existing C/K Line support system and mounting details.

d. Deliver DF Fasteners to Metro-designated storage location(s) and coordinate delivery logistics with Metro.

e. Provide hi-rail vehicles and other on-track work train equipment necessary for transporting fastener materials, personnel, and tools to and from daily work areas along the track.

f. Remove existing worn or damaged DF Fasteners in specified DF track areas without damaging rail, existing anchor inserts, or support structure.

g. Install new DF Fasteners in specified DF track areas using the existing anchor inserts in accordance with manufacturer specifications, Section 34 11 00, General Track

Construction, Section 34 11 24, Direct Fixation Track Construction, and other applicable referenced Metro technical specifications.

h. Measure and record track gauge. Correct any deficiencies in track gauge.

i. Save DF Fasteners deemed in “good” condition and return to Metro.

j. Dispose of removed worn-out DF Fasteners properly as specified herein.

4.2 Location

Work shall occur on both adjacent tracks of the C/K Line within the following stationing:

• El Segundo Segment: Extends from Aviation/LAX Station (Westbound STA 86+15.28) to Redondo Beach Station (Westbound STA 275+46.69), covering approximately 3.6 miles.

• Century Segment: Runs from Aviation/LAX Station (Westbound STA 37+81.59) to Norwalk Station (Westbound STA 1097+02.14), spanning roughly 16.5 miles.

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Figure 1: C/K Line System Diagram

4.3 Quantity

a. Total Replacement Quantity: 53,530 DF Fasteners

Metro shall have the option, at its sole discretion, to purchase up to an additional two thousand five hundred (2,500) DF Fasteners as spare units. Metro may order such optional spare units at any time during the Period of Performance.

b. Spare Shims: 500 (assorted thicknesses)

4.4 Work Area Limits and DF Fastener Distribution

Contractor shall furnish and deliver all materials necessary to support the replacement of DF Fasteners on the C/K Line track segments, including the El Segundo and Century segments, as outlined below:

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Work Area No.

Segment

Work Area Limits Estimated DF Fastener Quantities

Per Work Area (Both Tracks) (Contractor to verify)

Start End Approx.

Mileage

Approx.

DF

Track Mileage

Estimated Quantity

Percentage of Total

1 El Segundo End of Track Marine IL 0.50 0.39 1,657 3.1%

2 El Segundo Marine IL El Segundo

IL

2.10 3.08 13,024 24.3%

3 El Segundo El Segundo IL Aviation West IL

1.00 2.01 8,514 15.9%

El Segundo/

Century Aviation West

IL

Aviation East IL

0.50 1.01 4,264 8.0%

5 Century Aviation East

IL

Crenshaw IL 0.20 1.56 6,608 12.3%

6 Century Crenshaw IL Vermont

East IL

2.65 0.13 557 1.0%

7 Century Vermont East

IL

Wilmington West IL (Pocket

Track Area)

2.65 1.47 6,235 11.6%

8 Century

Wilmington West IL

(Pocket Track Area)

Lynwood IL 2.10 1.99 8,432 15.8%

9 Century Lynwood IL Paramount

IL

3.00 0.83 3,522 6.6%

10 Century Paramount IL Norwalk West IL

2.90 0.17 717 1.3%

Totals 17.60 12.64 53,530 100.0%

Figure 2: Work Area Limits and DF Fastener Distribution

5. Rail Fastener Technical Requirements

5.1 Product Specifications

a. DF Fasteners shall include the following assembly components: 1 - rail fastener body, 2

- rail clips, 2 - anchor bolts, 2 – lateral adjustment washers or plates, 2 - lock washers, and shims. All DF Fastener assembly components shall conform to Section 34 11 36 and be compatible with the existing C/K Line support system and mounting details per drawing TK-2073. DF Fasteners shall have a 1–7/8" rail seat height and 1:40 cant.

Quality Assurance (QA) submittals shall meet Section 34 11 36, Subsection 1.05.

b. Approved DF Fastener manufacturers include Nortrak, L.B. Foster, and Progress Rail, or approved equal.

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c. For “or equal” requests, Metro Bidder shall submit one (1) sample of DF Rail Fasteners proposed including all required assembly components to the Contract Administrator at 1 Gateway Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90012.

d. Anchor bolts and anchor embedded inserts shall conform to Section 34 11 36.

e. Shims shall be made of galvanized steel or High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) in 1/16", 1/8", and 1/4" thicknesses, as specified in drawing TK-2073.

5.2 Performance Criteria

a. Fasteners shall be installed to the manufacturer-recommended torque to achieve the specified clamping force. Torque verification is required for 100% of installed units and shall be documented daily.

6. Fastener Installation Work Requirements

6.1 Removal / Installation

a. Contractor shall install DF Fasteners in specified DF track areas within the entire C/K Line alignment. Contractor shall travel to and from work zones daily/nightly from the closest Metro Rail Yard. All existing rail fasteners within the designated limits, excluding special trackwork areas and restraining rail zones supported by alternate means (e.g., special plates), shall be replaced in kind with new DF Fasteners in accordance with Section 5. DF Fastener installation work shall be performed in accordance with manufacturer specifications, Section 34 11 00, General Track Construction, Section 34 11 24, Direct Fixation Track Construction, and other applicable referenced Metro technical specifications.

b. Contractor shall remove and install all Type 1 DF Fasteners within mainline crossover areas (i.e., Diamond and Universal). Contractor shall exercise caution during fastener replacement activities to avoid over-jacking or overstressing the running rail, which could result in future rail cracks, breaks, or weld failures.

c. Contractor shall measure and record track gauge before and after installation.

Measuring tools shall be provided in accordance with Section 34 11 00.

d. Contractor shall correct any deficiencies in track gauge.

e. Contractor shall provide required shim installation and adjustment to ensure proper transition with special trackwork.

f. Contractor shall remove all replaced or damaged DF Fasteners and all associated assembly components from the ROW after each work shift or at an alternately Metro-designated time.

g. Contractor shall assist Metro in preparation of allocated track segments for Test Trains that will be used to validate the track prior to revenue service.

h. Contractor shall, as directed by Metro, remove any new DF Fasteners installed by Metro within the defined work areas and return them to Metro in labeled containers.

i. Contractor shall, dispose of all replaced or damaged DF Fasteners (e.g., existing LORD DF Fasteners).

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6.2 Embedded Insert Replacement

a. If an existing embedded insert requires replacement, Contractor shall furnish all necessary materials and install replacement, chemically-bonded, embedded insert components in accordance with Section 34 11 24, Section 34 11 36, and Section 34 11 33, Subsection 2.03.I.

b. Contractor shall provide embedded insert replacement when an anchor bolt breaks, or an anchor insert fails, or if damage occurs to existing anchor inserts during removal.

c. Contractor shall, as directed by Metro, provide repair and embedded insert replacement for any pre-existing alignment or installation defects identified within the defined work areas, including but not limited to:

i. Embedded inserts that are misaligned,

ii. Embedded inserts not flush with concrete surface,

iii. Any damaged / stripped embedded insert.

iv. Improper or missing shims.

d. All replacement embedded fastening system inserts and components shall comply with Section 34 11 36 for chemically bonded, embedded fastening system inserts, components, and testing.

6.3 Buy-off Inspection and Punch List

a. Upon completion of DF Fastener installation in each work area, the Contractor shall coordinate a final inspection and walkthrough with Metro’s MOW Track Maintenance team to achieve buy-off.

b. Contractor shall address all open punch list items in coordination with Metro. Metro will generate, maintain, and update the punch list based on oversight inspections. Upon receipt of the punch list, the Contractor shall promptly correct all documented deficiencies.

7. On-Track Construction Equipment Technical Requirements

7.1 Specifications

a. All on-track construction equipment shall adhere to all applicable requirements of Section 34 11 00, General Track Construction.

7.2 Emissions Compliance

a. On-track construction equipment shall comply with the applicable California Code of Regulations, Title 8, Tunnel Safety Orders, including, but not limited to, Section 8470, Internal Combustion Engines, including the following:

i. The exhaust from the diesel engine shall pass through an acceptable scrubber or exhaust purifying device that is at least as effective as a well-designed water bath scrubber in reducing hazard and discomfort to workers.

ii. The diesel fuel used shall not contain over 0.35 percent sulfur by weight.

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iii. The maximum allowable amount of exposure to Nitrogen Dioxide shall not exceed the permissible exposure limit (PEL) of 5 ppm. The Carbon Monoxide level shall not exceed 20 ppm.

b. Contractor shall provide certification issued by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) that Diesel engines used in on-track construction equipment conform to all applicable California emission regulations for the Tier 4 Diesel engine category.

c. Metro Corporate Safety will perform exhaust emission testing to confirm compliance prior to authorizing the vehicles to operate within the ROW.

7.3 Clearance Requirements

a. On-track construction equipment shall comply with clearance requirements specified within the MRDC including, but not limited to, the following:

i. Construction Vehicle Clearances specified in Standard Trackwork Drawing TS-

410. See Figure 9.

ii. Overhead Catenary System (OCS) Clearance requirements. See Figures 10.

iii. LRT Limiting Dimensions at Station Platform (MRDC Figure 4.23). See Figure 11.

iv. Light Rail Vehicle Dynamic Envelope (MRDC Figure 4.4). See Figure 12.

7.4 Track Condition Compliance

a. On-track construction equipment shall comply with the following summary of the basic track conditions on Metro’s C/K Line System.

b. The following table provides a basic summary of the track conditions:

Trackwork Value

Type of Rail 115RE

Rail Cant: 1:40

Track Gauge 4’ - 8.5” (± 0.0625inches)

Minimum Horizontal Curve Radii Mainline: 354 feet

Yard: 100 feet

Maximum Super-elevation 5.5 inches

Maximum Super-elevation (unbalanced) 3 inches

Minimum Vertical Curve (Crest or Sag) 2,000 feet

Maximum Grade Mainline Typical: 0.5% to 4.0%

Non-Revenue Connector: 6.0%

Minimum Turnout No. Radius Main line Typical: No. 8, No. 10

Yard: 190-feet

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8. Program Requirements

8.1 Contractor’s Duties and Use of Worksite

a. Construct Work in accordance with Contract Documents including actions specified below:

1. Except as otherwise specified, furnish and pay cost for the following:

i. Labor, superintendence, and products.

ii. Construction supplies, equipment, tools, machinery, and materials.

iii. Other facilities and services necessary to properly execute and complete the Work.

2. Pay costs of legally required sales, consumer, gross receipt and use taxes, and governmental fees and permits.

b. Confine Worksite operations to areas permitted by law, ordinances, permits, and

Contract Documents.

c. Consider safety of Work and of people and property on, and adjacent to, Worksite when determining amount, location, movement and use of materials and equipment on

Worksite.

8.2 Price and Payment Procedures

a. Contractor shall provide a detailed breakdown of measurement and payment as they apply to the Work.

b. Metro Systemwide Baseline Specification, Section 01 20 00, Price and Payment Procedures is provided for reference.

8.3 Schedule of Values

c. Within thirty (30) calendar days of NTP, Contractor shall submit a Schedule of Values (SOV) detailing fastener replacement work area milestones and including a breakdown of material and labor categories to support sequential project construction for Metro review. SOV shall align with Figure 13: Station and Interlocking Reference Locations (Engineering Stations). A sample format is shown in Figure 8.

d. Upon Metro’s approval, the SOV shall serve as the basis for Contractor’s progress payment invoices.

e. Metro Systemwide Baseline Specification, Section 01 29 73, Schedule of Values is provided for reference.

8.4 Project Schedule

a. Contractor shall develop and maintain a bar chart project schedule using Microsoft Project or Primavera, aligned with the required project completion date. Microsoft Project is preferred. Contractor shall submit:

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i. A preliminary schedule with the bid, outlining procurement activities, work plan development, and planned track segment work areas, that complies with the period of performance.

ii. A refined project schedule for Metro’s review and acceptance within 20 calendar days of receiving the Notice to Proceed (NTP).

b. Contractor shall submit schedule updates every two months.

8.5 Construction Work Plans

Contractor shall develop and submit for approval detailed Construction Work Plans (CWPs) for the removal and replacement of Direct Fixation (DF) Fasteners a minimum of three (3) weeks prior to start of Construction Segments. Refer to Appendix D for required CWP content.

8.6 Key Personnel

Contractor shall assign the following key personnel for the duration of the project:

a. A dedicated Project Manager (PM) with a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in operational railroad or transit maintenance of way work shall be responsible for overall project coordination and serve as the primary point of contact with Metro. The PM’s duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

i. Lead Contractor’s team, coordinate subcontractors, ensure timely deliverables, and ensure safety compliance.

ii. Submit an overview of the organization and a project management plan.

iii. Manage the project schedule, milestones, and deliverables.

iv. Provide regular progress updates to Metro’s PM.

v. Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and guidelines throughout the project.

Contractor shall not remove or replace key personnel identified in this section without Metro’s prior written approval.

b. A half-time Project Safety Representative (PSR) shall be responsible for all Contractor’s on-site safety activities. The PSR’s duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

i. Hold current First Aid/CPR certification (Red Cross or equivalent).

ii. Be present on-site for a minimum of 2 work shifts per week.

iii. Attend all required safety meetings and job briefings.

iv. Supervise site crews for safety adherence and maintain communication with

Contractor’s PM and Metro site crews.

8.7 Coordination with Other Active Projects

a. Contractor shall coordinate all work activities with Metro to ensure effective integration with other active projects along the C/K Line. The primary objective of this coordination is to minimize operational impacts, avoid conflicts, and support uninterrupted train service to the greatest extent practicable.

b. Concurrent Metro capital and maintenance projects with which coordination may be required include, but are not limited to, the following:

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i. Metro C/K Line OCS Replacement - Replacement of the overhead catenary system throughout the line.

ii. Metro I-105 Express Lanes project - Conversion of the existing High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane into two Express Lanes in each direction along the I-105 freeway.

iii. K Line Platform Extension Project - Expansion of station platforms at Aviation/LAX, Mariposa, Douglas, and Redondo Beach stations on the Century Segment to accommodate longer train consists.

iv. Metro Maintenance-of-Way (MOW) Activities - Ongoing maintenance work performed by Metro MOW personnel and contractors at various locations along the C/K Line.

c. Contractor shall proactively engage with Metro’s PM and relevant project teams to share schedules, coordinate access requirements, and support efficient use of the Right-of- Way (ROW). Coordination shall occur throughout all phases of work to prevent delays and ensure safe and timely execution of the Contract.

8.8 Construction Safety

a. Contractor shall comply with all applicable safety laws, regulations, and Metro safety programs, including Relevant sections of Exhibit 15: Metro’s Construction Safety and Security Manual and Metro’s Incident Response Plan (to be provided after the Kickoff Meeting) for this project.

b. Within fifteen (15) calendar days of NTP, Contractor shall submit the following plans to Metro Corporate Safety for review and approval:

i. Electrical Safety Plan

ii. Safety Training Plan

iii. Safety Work Plan

c. All field personnel working within Metro’s ROW shall complete Metro’s Wayside Worker Protection and Rail Safety Training, per Section 3.5 of Exhibit 15: Metro’s Construction Safety and Security Manual.

d. Contractor shall provide required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for all Contractor personnel, in accordance with Exhibit 15: Metro’s Construction Safety and Security Manual (e.g., safety vests, boots, glasses, hard hats).

e. Contractor shall comply with Metro incident investigation and reporting requirements and the State of California statutory requirements, per Section 7 of Exhibit 15: Metro’s Construction Safety and Security Manual.

f. Contractor shall comply with the following general project safety requirements:

i. Contractor shall follow Metro safety rules and policies, including speed limits in the yard and wearing safety vests.

ii. Contractor shall complete and maintain relevant safety training certification (i.e., Rail Safety Cert) if working within proximity to the Rail Yards.

iii. Contractor is responsible for reporting injuries, illness, or safety hazards promptly per to their designated Metro Project Manager or designated contact.

iv. Contractor shall comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements when working on Metro properties where required.

v. Contractor shall submit work plan to Metro for approval before work begins.

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vi. Contractor shall adhere to all applicable local, state, and federal safety, health, and environmental regulations while working on Metro property.

vii. Contractor shall provide all safety data sheets (SDS) to Corporate Safety for review and approval of all chemicals and materials used prior to the commencement of the project, if applicable.

8.9 Safety and Rail Operations Coordination / Track Allocation Procedures

a. Contractor shall adhere to all applicable sections of Metro’s Track Allocation process for all work on Metro property. Metro Systemwide Baseline Specification Section 01 35 14, Operating System Interface is provided for reference.

b. Contractor shall adhere to Metro’s Yard allocation process for all work within Metro Rail Yards.

8.10 Work Area Turnover Activities – General

a. Contractor shall ensure that all work performed within the ROW is fully completed, inspected, retested, and cleared prior to the start of revenue service, in accordance with requirements established by the Metro Rail Transportation Department. Contractor shall promptly correct any deficiencies identified during Metro inspector review or sweep-train testing and shall re-present the work area for re-inspection and re-testing prior to release for revenue service.

b. At the conclusion of each work shift, Contractor shall obtain approval from the Metro MOW Track Department inspector for all completed fastener installation areas. Following inspector approval, Metro will perform acceptance testing using a two-car test (sweep) train. Contractor shall ensure the work area is prepared and safe for this testing.

8.11 Disposal Requirements

a. Contractor shall remove, handle, temporarily store, and dispose of all removed DF Fasteners and related accessories in accordance with all applicable regulations. Except for any materials that Metro directs Contractor to return to Metro, removed materials become Contractor’s property for salvage or disposal at Contractor’s expense.

8.12 On-Track Construction Equipment

a. Contractor shall provide all hi-rail vehicles and on-track equipment necessary to transport fastener materials, personnel, and tools, including Speed Swings, material carts, specialized hi-rail vehicles, and other suitable work-train vehicles. Contractor shall submit, with its bid, a list of all proposed hi-rail vehicles and on-track equipment for Metro pre-approval.

b. All hi-rail (on-track) equipment shall be inspected and approved by Metro’s MOW Track Maintenance Department in advance of the work and prior to use on Metro’s ROW.

c. Contractor shall coordinate equipment emissions testing with Metro Corporate Safety.

d. Contractor shall coordinate equipment inspection and clearance testing with Metro’s PM and MOW Track Department.

e. Contractor shall provide Metro with a minimum of three (3) weeks’ advance notice to schedule all equipment testing and inspections.

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8.13 Quality Assurance Program Requirements

a. Contractor shall implement a Quality Assurance Program (QAP) for DF Fasteners provided by subcontractors, in compliance with Section 34 11 36.

b. Contractor shall develop, maintain, and implement a single Quality Assurance Program (QAP) covering DF fasteners and required assembly components (including all items provided by manufacturers and subcontractors) and all rail fastener removal and installation activities, in compliance with Section 34 11 36 and in accordance with the Metro Standard Specifications, Metro Design Criteria, and AREMA guidelines. The QAP shall clearly demonstrate how Contractor will achieve and verify compliance with contract requirements, safety standards, and performance specifications. Contractor’s QAP shall, at a minimum, include the following:

i. Procedures for removing existing DF Fasteners without damaging rail, existing anchor inserts, or support structure.

ii. Inspection plans for rail fastener installation

iii. Procedures for verification of proper removal without damage and disposal of existing fasteners

iv. Methods for inspecting and confirming correct placement, alignment, and torque of installed fasteners

v. Calibration and maintenance records of installation equipment

vi. Material traceability and conformance documentation

vii. Procedures for identifying, documenting, and resolving non-conforming work

viii. Contractor shall submit an initial draft narrative of the QAP to LACMTA within its bid.

ix. The final QAP shall be submitted for review and approval no later than twenty

(20) calendar days after NTP.

c. Contractor shall enforce the approved QAP throughout the duration of the Work. All inspection records, test results, and QA documentation shall be maintained and made available to Metro upon request.

d. Failure to adhere to the approved QAP may result in removal and re-performance of work, withholding of payments, or other actions as deemed appropriate by Metro, including termination for default.

8.14 Work Schedule / Shift Windows / Work Areas

8.14.1 General Work Periods and Access

a. Contractor will be allocated work periods within the ROW primarily during nighttime hours; however, due to overlapping active projects along the C/K Line, track access windows may vary and may occur at any time, Monday through Sunday. It is anticipated that Contractor may be allotted up to forty (40) work hours per week; however, actual work hours are subject to Track Allocation availability and Metro operational requirements and are not guaranteed.

b. Metro retains the right, at its sole discretion, to cancel or modify any Track Allocation. If a requested allocation is not approved, Metro may offer alternate or additional work time.

Contractor shall incorporate appropriate buffer or contingency periods in the project schedule to account for such adjustments.

c. Metro will pay Contractor a fixed fee of $2,500 only when Metro cancels a Metro-approved planned work shift less than twelve (12) hours before the scheduled start time.

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Metro will have no obligation to pay more than five (5) such $2,500 fees during the term of the Contract; beginning with the sixth (6th) such cancellation, the fee is $0. If Metro authorizes Contractor to begin work for a planned work shift and Metro thereafter curtails, suspends, interrupts, or ends the work period early for any reason, no payment is due under this subsection. The $2,500 fee described above is Contractor’s sole and exclusive compensation for a cancellation covered by this subsection, and Contractor waives any claim for additional compensation arising from the same cancellation for that shift.

d. Contractor acknowledges that unplanned events or operational circumstances may necessitate cancellation or rescheduling of previously approved Track Allocations.

These events may include, but are not limited to:

i. Failures or malfunctions of Metro-owned or third-party equipment

ii. Passenger-related incidents that disrupt operations

iii. Rail incidents, including derailments

8.14.2 Standard Work Shift Windows

a. Typical work shifts shall be as follows:

i. Weekday Shifts: Sunday through Thursday, 9:00 PM to 3:00 AM

ii. Weekend Shifts: Friday and Saturday, 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM

Contractor shall incorporate the operational constraints and associated time allowances identified in Appendix C: Work and Schedule Planning Information, into all Construction Work Plans (CWPs), detailed work plans, and the overall Project Schedule. Such activities are mandatory and shall be treated as non-productive time that reduces the available duration for DF Fastener replacement operations.

8.14.3 Track Allocation Prioritization

a. Track Allocation scheduling shall comply with the Rail Operations Track Allocation Procedure. The following prioritization guidelines, listed in order of precedence, will govern allocation decisions:

i. Emergency repairs

ii. Regulatory preventive maintenance activities

iii. Infrastructure or equipment maintenance

iv. High-priority work assignments

v. Contractor work activities/access

8.14.4 Coordination with Concurrent Projects

Contractor shall collaborate with the Metro PM and teams overseeing concurrent Metro capital projects (e.g., OCS Replacement, I-105 Express Lanes, K Line Platform Extension) to facilitate shared access within single-tracking areas, when feasible. Coordination requirements include:

a. Sharing single-tracking blocks associated with concurrent projects. These blocks typically range from 14 to 30 days and remain active 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

b. Performing work within shared blocks during the same shift windows used by other active projects.

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c. Utilizing alternate shift periods (e.g., weekends) within shared blocks when other projects are inactive.

d. Receiving exclusive (non-shared) weekend access (Saturday and Sunday) within the same single-tracking areas when available.

8.14.5 Coordination with Metro Staff and Holidays

a. Contractor shall schedule all work in accordance with the availability of Metro internal support staff.

b. Work requiring Metro Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) support shall not be scheduled on Metro-observed holidays, including:

• New Year’s Day (January)

• Cesar Chavez Day (March)

• Memorial Day (May)

• Juneteenth (June)

• Independence Day (July)

• Labor Day (September)

• Thanksgiving Day (November)

• Christmas Day (December)

For third-shift ATU personnel, holiday observance begins the evening prior. No ATU support will be available during these periods; Contractor shall plan accordingly to avoid schedule impacts.

8.14.6 Coordination with Metro Events

Contractor shall coordinate all work activities to avoid conflicts with planned Metro Events. A list of applicable Metro Events will be provided to Contractor as information becomes available.

8.15 Project Meetings

a. A project kickoff meeting will be scheduled by Metro not more than seven (7) business days after the effective date of the Notice to Proceed.

b. An initial Safety, Security and QA Meeting will be scheduled by Metro no later than seven (7) business days after the project kickoff meeting.

c. Metro’s PM will schedule recurring weekly Project Team Coordination Meetings to review DF fastener removal and replacement progress, assess work area readiness, confirm dates and times, coordinate required MOW support personnel, and address availability or other factors necessary for the competent and timely execution of the Contract.

d. Metro’s PM will schedule recurring bi-weekly Stakeholder Coordination Meetings to review ongoing DF fastener removal and replacement progress, discuss production rates, address issues, and plan upcoming work areas. Metro may cancel individual meetings at its discretion when they are deemed unnecessary.

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8.16 Daily/Monthly Progress Reporting

a. Contractor shall provide a daily progress summary report to document daily work activity and production. All reports for the week shall be compiled and submitted via email to Metro PM at the end of each week no later than the next calendar day following last work shift, unless otherwise directed by Metro. At a minimum, the daily report shall include the following:

i. Project Name and Contract identification number.

ii. Name of Contractor.

iii. Date and Shift Schedule: Calendar date, day of the week, and designated shift start/end times.

iv. Contractor Personnel and Locations: Name of the supervisor on-site, specific segment numbers, and track designations.

v. Shift Operational Milestones and Timing: Timestamps for job briefings, actual work commencement, work cessation, ROW clearance, received tags and returned tags times, train testing completion.

vi. ROW Access Logs: Tracking times for controller track access, authorized departure times, and actual area access.

vii. Equipment Tracking: Timestamps and locations for equipment movement from work area to specific facility yards, including parking times.

viii. Roster of on-site contractor crew members alongside LA Metro personnel and authorized visitors.

ix. Work Area Tracking: Work area definitions using specific Track IDs, Rail sides (e.g., North/South), and linear Begin/End Stations.

x. Task Checklist: Standardized checklist detailing completed tasks, inspection metrics, and materials loaded or unloaded.

xi. Work Completion Data During Shift: Recording of number of fastener replacements, torque information, engineering station beginning and end, record track gauge before and after installation, etc.

xii. Work Activity Summary: Field notes describing specific distribution of work, material handling, equipment placement, and shift summaries.

xiii. LA Metro Verification: Field inspector names and dates to validate the reported information.

xiv. On-Track Construction Equipment List: Hi-rail vehicles, material carts, etc.

xv. Anchor Bolt/Embedded Inserts Status (Location/Quantity): Bolts broken, bolts extracted, Inserts core drilled, etc.

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b. Contractor shall provide a monthly progress report to document monthly work activity and production. The monthly report shall be submitted to Metro within five (5) business days after the end of each reporting month, unless otherwise directed by Metro. At a minimum, the monthly report shall include the following:

i. General report and Status Information - a listing of progress payment invoices, current track segment progress, DF Fastener replacement quantities, items to be addressed and/or coordinated with Metro, etc.

ii. Work area installation progress – a summary of work activities accomplished per shift such as quantities associated with fasteners distribution, fastener installation, embedded insert replacement, etc.

iii. Material delivery – Planned and actual Fastener Delivery Schedule.

iv. Work activity issues or concerns – a summary of any issues that may be better coordinated to support the Scope of Work.

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c. Contractor shall maintain a running log of the total number of fasteners replaced, recorded by segment work area as well as an overall project total.

d. Contractor shall provide as-built documentation identifying the Station beginning and end limits where new DF Fasteners were installed, for Metro’s asset management inventory updates, and shall include the manufacturer and model number of the installed DF Fasteners.

e. Deviations or nonconformities shall be reported to the Metro PM immediately.

8.17 Equipment and Material Storage on Metro Property

a. Metro will allocate specific areas on its property for Contractor’s use, including equipment storage, material storage, laydown and staging, and waste disposal (e.g., dumpster placement). The following locations have been preliminarily identified for these purposes:

i. Nonrevenue Connector (NRC) Tail Track.

ii. Division 22 yard.

iii. Division 16 yard.

iv. Norwalk Tail Tracks.

v. Division 11 yard (A Line).

Final storage, staging, laydown, and waste disposal locations will be designated by Metro based on work area location and construction sequence. Contractor shall coordinate with Metro’s PM before mobilizing equipment or materials to any Metro property location.

b. Metro will designate specific track access points for Contractor’s use for hi-rail vehicle set-on and set-off. The following locations have been preliminarily identified for this purpose:

i. NRC Tail Track.

ii. Division 22 yard.

iii. Division 16 yard.

iv. Norwalk Tail Tracks.

v. Division 11 yard (A Line).

Final hi-rail vehicle set-on and set-off access points will be designated by Metro based on work area location and construction sequence. Contractor shall coordinate access times and logistics with Metro prior to use.

8.18 Work Area Cleanup

a. Contractor shall clean up the work areas in Metro rail yard loading zones and mainline ROW zones at the end of each work shift. All tools and equipment shall be removed from public areas. All Metro material storage area loading zones and mainline ROW zones shall be free of debris and hazards.

8.19 Unused Material

a. Contractor shall return all unused DF Fasteners to Metro as part of project closeout.

b. Specific DF Fasteners may have already been replaced by Metro’s MOW Track Department. Contractor shall coordinate with Metro’s PM and Track Department to

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c. As directed by Metro, Contractor shall remove, replace, and return previously replaced DF Fasteners to Metro.

8.20 DF Fastener Storage and Handling Requirements

a. Contractor shall be responsible for packaging, transportation, delivery, storage, protection, of DF Fasteners provided by subcontractors, in compliance with Sections 34 11 36. Metro Systemwide Baseline Specification Section 01 66 00, Product Storage and Handling Requirements, is provided for reference.

b. Contractor shall provide forklifts and necessary equipment for delivery truck unloading and transporting DF Fasteners and required accessories materials to the designated material storage locations on Metro property.

8.21 Related Services

a. Contractor shall provide and perform all Services that are reasonably necessary to perform the Services expressly described in this Exhibit A and the Contract Documents.

b. Contractor shall coordinate with Metro MOW Track Maintenance regarding rail destressing activities as necessary for access and sequencing. This coordination assistance does not include performing rail destressing.

8.22 Scope Exclusions

Contractor is not responsible for the following:

a. Rail destressing.

b. Repair…