Livingston Municode #20279

Consulting Services for Grade Separated Railroad Crossing Alternatives Analysis

The City of Livingston, Montana is seeking consulting services for an alternatives analysis study to identify feasible locations for a new grade-separated railroad crossing over or under the BNSF Transcontinental Line. - Government Buyer: - City of Livingston, Montana - Scope of Work: - Professional planning and engineering services to evaluate options for a new vehicular and pedestrian crossing - Includes field reviews, traffic data collection and analysis, public and stakeholder engagement, and technical evaluation of crossing locations - Development of conceptual designs and cost estimates for potential alternatives - Preparation of a 10% concept design submittal for the preferred location - Support for City Commission decision-making and future project planning - Notable Requirements: - Multi-phase approach: data gathering, alternatives analysis, community engagement, and final recommendations - Compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), BNSF, Montana Department of Transportation (MDT), and City standards - Emphasis on improving safety, emergency access, and traffic flow - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are named, as this is a professional services procurement

Description

The City of Livingston is seeking proposals from qualified consulting firms to conduct an alternatives analysis for a potential new grade separated railroad crossing within the community. The study will evaluate feasible locations for a new vehicular and pedestrian crossing over or under the BNSF Transcontinental Line, aiming to improve safety, emergency access, and traffic flow. The scope includes reviewing existing conditions, collecting traffic data, engaging emergency service providers, conducting public outreach, evaluating crossing locations, developing conceptual designs and cost estimates, and supporting City Commission decision making. The project involves multiple phases including data gathering, location analysis, community engagement, and decision support.

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