Association of American Railroads, Purchasing Department, Transportation Technology Center, P.O. Box 11130, Pueblo, CO 81001-1130

Z -- SEEKING RAILROAD TRACK CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS FOR PRE-QUALIFICATION PRIOR TO BIDDING POC Gary Kleinheim (719) 584-0535. Work will include removing approximately 13 miles of treated softwood ties with cut fasteners and replacing with a combination of concrete ties and treated hardwood ties with elastic fasteners. Tie replacement work is to be performed with an automated tie replacement system due to schedule limitations. Existing slag ballast is to be undercut 6'' below the ties, stockpiled, and replaced with granite ballast. The track is to be realigned to match a best fit designed alignment and resurfaced to a high tolerance exceeding Class 6, FRA Track Safety Standards. The CWR is to be destressed, rewelded with a flash butt weld process, and profile ground. Restoration work will include rebuilding turnouts, road crossings, and construction of spur track modifications. Most replacement materials will be provided to the contractor as furnished materials. Contractor shall coordinate with the suppliers for delivery of the materials to meet production schedules, and provide all labor, equipment, and other materials as necessary to complete this project as specified. Work is scheduled to be performed in the second or third quarter of 1997. Cost range with options; 2.0 to 2.5 million. Qualifications: Contractor must have a minimum of 5 years experience with projects of a similar type and size, meeting bond and insurance requirements, and have a demonstrated track record of providing customer satisfaction for workmanship and performance. Contractor must demonstrate that personnel and equipment will be available to perform the project to the tolerances and performance period specified. (291)

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