Palo Alto Opengov #RFP196802

Design and Engineering Services for Caltrain Quiet Zone Improvements in Palo Alto

The City of Palo Alto is seeking qualified design and engineering firms to deliver Quiet Zone improvements at three Caltrain rail crossings. - Government Buyer: - City of Palo Alto (local government) - Project Scope: - Design and engineering services for Quiet Zone improvements at Churchill Avenue, Meadow Drive, and Charleston Road Caltrain crossings - Preparation of Plans, Specifications, and Engineer’s Estimates (PS&E) - Development of construction documents, technical specifications, and cost estimates - Coordination and securing of approvals from regulatory agencies (CPUC, FRA, PCJPB/Caltrain, Union Pacific Railroad) - Design of railroad improvements including gate arms, signal equipment, cabinets, and interconnections - Civil and electrical engineering plans, permitting, environmental documentation, and community outreach - Optional construction support during bidding and construction phases - Notable Requirements: - Demonstrated expertise in rail corridor and at-grade crossing design - Experience with railroad signal timing, preemption, and interconnect systems - Ability to manage regulatory coordination and community engagement - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Locations: - Churchill Avenue, Meadow Drive, and Charleston Road Caltrain crossings in Palo Alto, CA - Reference to Palo Alto Avenue crossing (improvements already underway)

Description

The City of Palo Alto is seeking proposals from qualified design and engineering professionals to develop Plans, Specifications, and Engineer’s Estimates for Quiet Zone improvements at three existing at-grade railroad crossings along the Caltrain corridor. The project includes preparation of construction documents, coordination with regulatory agencies, design of railroad and civil improvements, permitting, environmental documentation, and community outreach. Optional construction support services during bidding and construction phases are also included. The improvements aim to enhance safety and reduce noise at the specified crossings.

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