San Dieguito Lagoon Double Track Project

The San Dieguito Lagoon Double Track Project, solicited by the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG), is a comprehensive rail infrastructure initiative located along the LOSSAN corridor between Solana Beach and Del Mar, California. With an engineer's estimate of 276,588,718.78 dollars and a project duration of 922 working days, the scope includes the construction of a new double track bridge (BR 243.0) over the San Dieguito River, 2.1 miles of track improvements featuring 1.7 miles of new double track, and a special events rail platform at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Additional technical requirements involve the installation of a No. 20 universal crossover, a No. 24 turnout, signal and communication systems, a double reinforced concrete box culvert at Stevens Creek, and extensive utility relocations for electrical, fiber optic, sewer, and water systems. The project also emphasizes environmental restoration, including coastal salt marsh restoration and hydroseeding. The contract is subject to stringent federal and state regulations, including Buy America and Build America, Buy America (BABA) preferences, and Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage standards. Bidders must provide a bid guarantee of 5 percent of the bid price, with performance and payment bonds required at 100 percent of the contract price. Technical execution must adhere to AREMA, Caltrans, and AASHTO standards, with specific safety requirements mandating a dedicated Safety Representative knowledgeable in FRA and CPUC regulations. Award evaluation is based on the bidder's integrity, past performance, financial capability, and technical capacity. All bids must be submitted electronically via BidNet Direct, including a detailed Bid Booklet and Price Sheet, while adhering to the modifications outlined in Addendum No. 1.