North County Transit District (NCTD) Train Wash Facility at Stuart Mesa

The North County Transit District (NCTD) is undertaking a complete overhaul and replacement of the aging train wash system at the Stuart Mesa Rail Facility located at 1 Coaster Way, Camp Pendleton, California, 92055. The existing system, including mechanical components such as brushes, conduits, valves, and pumps, has deteriorated to the point of ineffectiveness, necessitating full replacement within the current facility footprint without expanding capacity or operational function. The project scope encompasses demolition of the old system, construction of new equipment pads, installation of a modern train wash system with integrated mechanical and electrical infrastructure, utility tie-ins, site drainage improvements, paving, and replacement of splash walls with an enclosed metal structure. Construction is scheduled to occur over a 12-month period from November 2027 through January 2029, confined strictly to the existing facility boundaries to minimize disruption and environmental impact. The project is being executed under a CEQA Class 2 categorical exemption, which confirms it qualifies as a replacement of an existing facility without environmental significance, with no impacts anticipated on flood zones, seismic hazards, scenic highways, or sensitive habitats as verified through environmental review attachments including CNDDB, IPaC, and wetland mapping data. All inspection and acceptance activities will take place on-site at the facility, with NCTD serving as the single responsible party for oversight and final approval. No formal contract value, pricing structure, or payment terms are specified in the available documentation, nor are there any identified Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, clause alternates, or procurement instructions typically associated with federal contracting. Key project contacts include Carla Cunningham as Project Manager and Lillian Doherty as Director of Planning & Development, with Jason Reynolds overseeing environmental compliance. The procurement is structured as a design-build approach, though no solicitation number, contract type classification, or formal evaluation criteria for offers have been disclosed. Submission of environmental documentation is conducted via CEQASubmit, but no deadline or formal proposal requirements for contractors have been published. The project’s primary objective is to restore reliable rail vehicle cleaning capabilities to support transit operators and passengers, ensuring continued service quality through the installation of a durable, modern wash system that replicates the original function without technological enhancement or capacity increase.