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Parametric Railway Line Capacity Model

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The contract involves developing a parametric railroad capacity model designed as a high-level planning tool to evaluate infrastructure needs along railroad corridors based on varying infrastructure setups and train traffic volumes. This model aims to provide a data-driven decision support system for the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and other stakeholders, helping to assess the feasibility and requirements of potential railroad infrastructure projects. Issued by the FRA under the Department of Transportation, this forecast contract (solicitation number AG41083_1768230338) falls within the NAICS code 541330, which relates to engineering services. Details regarding set-aside status are yet to be determined. The contract emphasizes collaboration with FRA contacts including Matthew Carr and Small Business Specialist Jennifer Wilsnack for further information. The outcome will support strategic infrastructure planning to enhance the operational capacity and efficiency of railroad corridors.

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Develop parametric railroad capacity model for FRA to support infrastructure planning and feasibility evaluation.

Agency

Department of Transportation → Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)View Agency

NAICS

541330 - Engineering ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

DC, USA

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PostedJan 20

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AgencyDepartment of Transportation → Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)

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Department of Transportation → Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)

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Matthew Carr

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Jennifer Wilsnack

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A parametric railroad capacity model is a high-level sketch planning tool to assess potential infrastructure needs of a railroad corridor under differing infrastructure configurations and train volumes. The model would provide a data-driven tool to assist FRA and project stakeholders in assessing the viability of railroad infrastructure projects/corridors.

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