Remsen - Tupper Lake Corridor Security

The Adirondack Railway Preservation Society, Inc. is requesting bids for armed security services covering the Remsen–Tupper Lake corridor of the Adirondack Railroad, with bids due July 13, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. The procurement carries D/M/WBE/SDVOB participation goals: 6% MBE, 7% WBE, and 12% DBE.

Bidders must hold New York State Department of Criminal Justice firearms certification and meet all New York State Department of State armed security guard requirements. ARPS will provide railroad-specific training in Roadway Worker Protection, NORAC standards, and Maintenance of Way Safety Rules.

The scope encompasses on-site patrols and incident response across approximately 85 miles of right-of-way from Remsen to Tupper Lake; site inspections at stations, repair facilities, yards, platforms, and storage areas; police and emergency services liaison; and special response services as needed. Service areas span Oneida, Herkimer, Hamilton, St. Lawrence, and Franklin counties. The contract is structured as unit-priced, hourly compensation for actual hours of service provided, calculated on an estimated quantity of 1,040 hours annually (20 hours per week for 52 weeks). The contract commences in early June 2026 for a one-year term, with a hi-rail vehicle provided by the railroad at no cost to the contractor.

A 5% bid bond is required. Prevailing wages are not applicable. Bidders must maintain commercial general liability insurance with minimum combined single limits of $2 million per occurrence and $6 million annual aggregate, and workers' compensation insurance with $1 million minimums. Bids will be binding for 45 days from bid opening. No incumbent is identified. Contract records must be maintained for six years following final payment.