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HSR25-27 Invitation for Bids for Concrete Ties
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The California High-Speed Rail Authority is preparing to issue a formal Invitation for Bids (IFB) in late 2025 to procure concrete ties essential for completing the first segment of its high-speed rail track, spanning approximately 119 miles. The procurement aims to acquire high-quality, newly manufactured concrete ties designed to withstand axle loads of 18 tons and train speeds ranging from 220 km/h to 354 km/h. The contract will be executed through multiple Notices to Proceed, with an initial NTP anticipated to authorize the manufacture and supply of materials for the initial construction segment, with an estimated value of up to $507.1 million across all phases, including extensions to the north and south. The procurement process emphasizes compliance with Buy America and Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) requirements, ensuring that all materials meet federal and state standards. The schedule for this procurement includes the release of the final IFB in the fourth quarter of 2025, with subsequent steps such as a virtual pre-bid conference, bid submission, and award notifications to follow, though specific dates are yet to be determined. Interested bidders are encouraged to review the draft IFB and related documents, which detail submission procedures, technical specifications, and compliance requirements. Questions can be directed to the designated contact, Kathryn Talattad, via email or phone. The process underscores the importance of adherence to federal procurement regulations, including wage standards and certifications, and emphasizes that the final contract and procurement details are subject to approval by the Authority’s Board of Directors.
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A draft IFB is available for review as an attachment to this Cal-eProcure event. This draft IFB will be considered for approval and official release by the Authority's Board of Directors at its meeting scheduled for August 28, 2025, and is subject to change and approval by the Authority's Board of Directors.
Posting of this draft IFB does not constitute acceptance of bids. The draft IFB or its approval, if granted by the Board of Directors, does not constitute a release of the final IFB. Release of the final IFB will occur via notice and posting on Cal-eProcure.
Questions regarding this procurement may be submitted only upon final approval of IFB by the Board of Directors and release on the California State Contract Register.
Each materials contract will be issued through multiple Notices to Proceed (NTPs) as described below. The estimated cumulative contract value for all materials contracts (steel OCS poles, rail, concrete ties, ballast, OCS system components, and fiber optic cable) is not-to-exceed $507.1 million for NTP 1.
- NTP 1: The initial authorization to be issued for the manufacture and supply of Materials for use in construction on the 119-mile First Construction Section.
- NTP 2: To be issued at the Authority's option for the manufacture and supply of Materials for use in construction on the northern extension (Merced to Madera).
- NTP 3: To be issued at the Authority's option for the manufacture and supply of Materials for use in construction on the southern extension (Poplar Avenue in the County of Kern to Bakersfield).
The scope of work for the procurement and resulting contract is to provide concrete ties with proven design for axle loads of 18tons (tons) for train speeds from 220 km/h up to 354 km/h for NTP 1 materials, for use in construction on the 119-mile First Construction Section, with an estimated lead time of one to two months for NTP 1.
General requirements for each material are provided in the IFB and draft agreement. The Contractor shall not perform any Work unless the Authority, in its sole discretion, issues a Notice to Proceed (NTP) and Purchase Order for such work. The actual amount of Work requested by the Authority is subject to the availability of funding. In addition, all materials must be newly manufactured goods and conform to the technical specifications provided by the Authority. All materials supplied must be Buy America and Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) compliant, in accordance with 49 U.S.C. § 22905 and 2 C.F.R. part 184.
Information regarding the Pre-Bid Conference and Small Business Workshop is available on the Authority¿s Website.
The anticipated schedule for this new procurement is as follows:
- IFB Release: Q4 2025
- Virtual Pre-Bid Conference: TBD
- Bid Due/Opening Date: TBD
- Notice of Proposed Award: TBD
- Anticipated Contract Execution and Notice to Proceed: TBD
Questions regarding this procurement should be submitted to Trevor Newhouse at contact@example.gov or +1 (555) 000-0000.
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