Light Rail Central Business District 3 Interlockings & 10 Curves Rehabilitation

Here is a two-paragraph summary of the state and local contracting opportunity related to the Light Rail Central Business District 3 Interlockings & 10 Curves Rehabilitation project in Baltimore City, Maryland:

The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is issuing an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the rehabilitation of 3 interlockings and 10 curves on the Light Rail system in the Central Business District of Baltimore City. The project involves demolition of existing track, installation of new special trackwork, restraining rail, and concrete ties. Key deliverables include the reconstruction of the 3 interlockings and replacement of restraining rail and concrete ties along 10 curve segments. The original bid due date was June 12, 2020, which was extended to June 2, 2020 via Addendum 1. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for May 19, 2020, and the contract term is 260 calendar days with liquidated damages of $1,755 per day for late completion.

This project has a 27% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal. The MTA will provide certain materials, including special trackwork, switch heater materials, switch machines, and traction power/train control cables. The MTA is also providing workers' compensation, general liability, and other insurance coverage through an owner-controlled insurance program. No incumbent contractor information is provided, and the total contract value is not specified, but the project is funded through state and local sources.