Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Opengov #S26033

VTA Seeks Engineering Design Services for Vasona Corridor Signal System Upgrades

Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is seeking engineering design services for upgrades to the Vasona Corridor light rail signal system. - Government Buyer: - Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA), Engineering and Program Delivery - OEMs and Vendors: - Alstom (XP4 train predictor system) - US&S (gate mechanisms) - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive assessment of the existing Vasona Corridor signal system - Full engineering design services for signal system upgrades - Includes preparation of complete Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) - Support during bidding and construction phases - Technical System Details: - Current system uses AFTAC II train detection, Electrocode DC, and Vital Harmon Logic Controller (VHLC) - Coordination with US&S gate mechanisms for highway-rail grade crossings shared with Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) - Must account for ongoing/planned upgrades elsewhere in VTA, including: - Replacement of UPRR train predictor systems from HXP-3R to Alstom XP4 - Overhaul of VHLC system with ElectroLogixs on Guadalupe Southline corridor - Design must consider future fleet requirements (e.g., new onboard tech for positive train control, car length, braking distance) - All design assumptions must be documented - Notable Requirements: - Submission of a bid bond or cashier’s check - Adherence to specific proposal instructions

Description

VTA is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to assess the existing Vasona Corridor signal system and provide full engineering design services for signal system upgrades. The project involves upgrading the current train detection and signal control systems, coordinating with ongoing upgrades on other VTA corridors, and considering future train car technologies. The selected firm will prepare complete Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) and provide support during bidding and construction phases. The scope includes detailed documentation of assumptions on future car specifications throughout the assessment and design process.

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