RFQ 26-27-214708 Sitka Crossing Upgrade

Alaska Railroad Corporation is requesting quotations for removal and replacement of a 48-foot street crossing and 80 feet of track structure at Sitka Street in Anchorage, Alaska under RFQ 26-27-214708, with quotes due July 2, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Alaska local time. An Alaska bidder preference of 5% applies to qualified Alaska-based contractors; ARRC also encourages DBE participation with an aspirational goal of 4.0% on Department of Transportation-funded contracts, though no specific DBE goal is set for this solicitation.

The scope includes removal of existing asphalt crossing and track structure down to 12 inches below the base of ties, installation of new track structure, and placement of a new 48-foot modular concrete crossing. Work comprises nine line items: pavement removal (16 square yards), railroad crossing removal (lump sum), Class 3 railroad ballast supply (75 tons), crossing installation (lump sum), geotextile separation Class 3 (44 square yards), mobilization and demobilization (lump sum), track work with 115-pound rail (lump sum), and track tamping, surfacing, and final dressing (lump sum). ARRC furnishes all track materials except Class 3 ballast; the contractor removes all demolition materials. Site visit is mandatory to assess conditions. Work commences in July 2026, with substantial completion required by August 31, 2026 and final completion by September 15, 2026. Work must occur within seasonal track outage windows with maximum four-day authorized outages.

Award goes to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specification requirements. Bid security of 5% of the bid price (cashier's check or bid bond) is required; the successful bidder must provide performance and payment bonds each equal to 100% of the contract amount, obtain contractor's and business licenses before award, and submit a certificate of insurance. Weekly certified payroll submissions complying with either Davis-Bacon Act or Alaska Department of Labor wage requirements are mandatory. The contractor must comply with ARRC's drug and alcohol-free workplace policy, including pre-employment drug screening. Quotes are submitted to Walkerr@akrr.com; no pre-bid meeting is scheduled.