City of Eagle Pass Union Pacific Railroad Quiet Zone

The City of Eagle Pass is seeking competitive sealed proposals from qualified general contractors for the Union Pacific Railroad Quiet Zone Project, with a response deadline of October 15, 2025. The project aims to establish a designated Quiet Zone at multiple crossings along 5th Street, 2nd Street, Church Street, Ferry Street, Quarry Street, Main Street, Rio Grande Street, and Williams Street, ensuring compliance with Union Pacific, TxDOT, and city standards. Key components include installing safety measures such as raised concrete medians, concrete curbs, chain-link fencing, signage, and pavement markings, all designed to reduce the Quiet Zone Risk Index to acceptable levels, in accordance with federal regulations. The scope also involves removing non-compliant elements to meet Union Pacific’s quiet zone standards. The contract is estimated to be valued between one and five million dollars, reflecting the project's scope and complexity. The project’s focus is on enhancing safety and reducing noise disturbances at railroad crossings through infrastructure improvements and regulatory compliance. Interested bidders can access detailed project information and submit proposals via the provided online link. The City of Eagle Pass, operating under Texas jurisdiction, is the contracting agency overseeing this initiative, which is part of a broader effort to improve transportation safety and community quality of life in the area.