Reconstruction of Metra/Union Pacific North Line Bridges and Retaining Walls - Addison to Fullerton - Segment 1

The contract encompasses the reconstruction of Metra/Union Pacific North Line bridges and retaining walls along the segment from Addison to Fullerton in Illinois, designated as Segment 1 under solicitation IFB 184703-JZ. The project involves comprehensive civil construction activities including micropile drilling into rock and the disposal of hazardous materials across multiple blocks, with a required substantial completion within 912 calendar days and final completion by 1002 calendar days from the contract award date. The work is governed by industry standards such as ASTM, AASHTO, and IEPA regulations, and must align with detailed specifications, contract drawings, and quality management plans. The contractor is responsible for all aspects of mobilization, material delivery, installation, testing, and commissioning, ensuring all materials are delivered in undamaged, manufacturer-sealed condition with proper labeling and protection from environmental hazards, freezing, and contamination. Cementitious materials and aluminum epoxy mastic must be stored and handled according to strict preservation protocols, and all equipment must be permanently marked with manufacturer, model, and capacity information. The contract enforces rigorous personnel and safety requirements, mandating that all on-site workers undergo drug and background screening, wear identification tags, and adhere to strict prohibitions against intoxicants. A designated superintendent must be present continuously, and key personnel—including project managers and construction supervisors—must be exclusively assigned to the project and approved by Metra prior to engagement, with substitutions requiring formal authorization. Subcontractors must be disclosed and approved, and all personnel must be registered in Metra’s Project Management Information System. The contractor is obligated to comply with the Illinois Work Apprenticeship Initiative and adhere to DBE participation goals, submitting required documentation to demonstrate good faith efforts. Payment is processed electronically via ACH to [email hidden], with submissions of invoices and supporting documentation required in electronic format. Although the contract lists unit prices for critical activities, actual pricing data is not provided, making the total estimated value undeterminable. The contractor must submit proposals in five structured volumes through Metra’s Bonfire portal by the August 13, 2026 deadline, and all deliverables—including record drawings, test reports, and inspection documentation—must conform to contractual specifications and be accepted by Metra prior to project closeout.