Massport #J63PS01

MBTA Seeks Consulting Services for South Salem Commuter Rail Station Design and Construction

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) - Capital Programs Division is seeking consulting firms for the South Salem Commuter Rail Station project. - Scope of work includes: - Design and master planning for two 600ft high-level platforms (side or center) - Railings, canopies, elevators with sump pumps and oil/water separators - Pedestrian bridges, ramps, walkways, wayfinding, and public address systems - Site utilities and relocations, electric and emergency backup power - Lighting, communications equipment, security cameras, and call boxes - Variable Message Sign (VMS) units, display TVs, fare vending machines (FVM), and automatic fare collection equipment (AFC) - 900ft elevated and enclosed community path - Environmental and structural remediation, landscaping, retaining and sound walls - Track and signal infrastructure, storage sheds, station amenities (benches, trash cans, display cases) - Parking, bus and bike shelters, passenger drop-off/pick-up areas, traffic calming, roadway improvements, accessible paths, and upgrades to bicycle facilities - Temporary facilities for construction - Advanced construction techniques encouraged, including offsite prefabricated modular components - Design may include snow melting systems and alternatives to concrete platforms (e.g., FRP for chemical resistance) - Project will use a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) delivery method and federal funding - Compliance with MBTA, state, and federal codes and standards is required - Project Manager must be a Massachusetts Registered Architect or Civil/Structural Engineer with relevant experience - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice

Description

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is soliciting consulting services for design and construction phase services for the South Salem Commuter Rail Station. The scope includes planning, platform construction, railings, canopies, rainwater drainage, elevators, pedestrian bridges, ramps, walkways, wayfinding, PA system, utilities, lighting, security, signage, fare systems, community path, environmental remediation, landscaping, track and signals, storage, station amenities, parking, bus and bike shelters, passenger areas, traffic calming, roadway improvements, and advanced construction techniques. The project will utilize federal funds and the delivery method is Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR). The contract duration is six years with two optional one-year extensions.

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