SUBJECT:
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Approval of a resolution authorizing the President & CEO, or her designee, to finalize and execute a contract with Modern Railway Systems (MRS) for Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Railroad Construction and Rehabilitation Services, for a base period of three (3) years, plus two (2) one-year options in a total not to exceed amount of $26,356,804.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
Funding for this action is available in the FY2026 Capital Budget.
STRATEGIC PLAN:
Strategic Goal Alignment:
? 1. Customer ? 2. Community
? 3. Workforce ? 4. Organizational Effectiveness
EXPLANATION OF STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT: IDIQ Railroad Construction and Rehabilitation Services is required for the civil infrastructure, bridge, Positive Train Control (PTC) and signalization works throughout the 162 miles of East, West, and Central rail corridors. The scope of work includes new construction as well as rehabilitation works.
BUSINESS CASE: This task order-based contract allows CapMetro to retain a qualified rail infrastructure construction contractor who is experienced and has expertise in performing recurring work in a timely manner to meet the project and operational needs of the Agency. The funding for this contract is included in the FY 2026 Capital budget as well as in the five-year capital improvement plan.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: This item will be presented to the full board on May 18, 2026.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The existing infrastructure along the three (3) railroad corridor subdivisions includes railroad track infrastructure, signaling systems, Positive Train Control and bridges which require regular rehabilitation. In addition, there is an ongoing need to expand rail infrastructure to support increasing service demands. As such, the services of a competent General Contractor who has expertise in handling these types of improvements is required. The contract period includes a three (3) year base period ...
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