Amtrak #2026-135

Amtrak Solicits Bids for Scrap Rail Removal and Vehicle Grounding Equipment at Harrisburg Yard

Amtrak is offering for sale and removal approximately 50 gross tons of scrap rail and scrap metal from its Harrisburg Yard. - Government Buyer: - National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) - Office of Engineering and Asset Management Team - Products/Services Requested: - Scrap rail and scrap metal, totaling about 50 gross tons - Vehicle grounding equipment (cables, clamps, reels) and self-adhesive warning labels/placards for various vehicle classes - Loading and hauling services for removal of scrap - Mandatory contractor safety orientation course (Amtrak Contractor Safety & Rules Orientation) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs named for grounding equipment or signage; bidders must supply compliant products - Notable Requirements: - All removal work must be completed within 30 days from Notice to Proceed - Bidders must provide all equipment, labor, supervision, insurance, permits, and transportation - Railroad Protective Liability Insurance (RRLI) is mandatory; bidders must be included under Amtrak's blanket policy for a fee - Compliance with Amtrak's safety standards, including completion of mandatory online contractor training - Certified scale weightings required for scrap removal - Strict 'AS IS - WHERE IS' sale; no warranties, refunds, or exchanges - No subcontracting permitted; bidders must directly supervise and execute all work - Site visits are optional and must be coordinated with Amtrak - Vehicle grounding equipment and signage must meet Amtrak's technical specifications for safety compliance - Pricing formula for scrap based on Philadelphia market for No. 1 heavy melt - Adherence to hazardous material regulations and Amtrak's equipment grounding standards

Description

This solicitation is for the sale of approximately 50 gross tons of scrap rail and scrap metal located at 825 Paxton St, Harrisburg, PA. The materials can be cut onsite for removal, and bidders must provide their own equipment to load and haul away the scrap. A railroad protective liability insurance (RRLI) is required. An optional site visit can be coordinated with the onsite contact. Bids must be submitted electronically via the Amtrak procurement portal.

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