Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (septa) Septa #RFP #26-00233-AKQC

SEPTA Construction Management Services for 30th Street West Catenary Replacement Project – Phase 1A

SEPTA is seeking qualified firms to provide construction management and inspection services for Phase 1A of the 30th Street West Catenary Replacement Project in Philadelphia, PA. - Government Buyer: - Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), Procurement and Supply Chain Management - Project funded by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) - Scope of Services: - Construction management and professional oversight for replacement of overhead contact system (OCS) and associated structures - Installation of approximately 257 drilled catenary structure foundations over 1.6 miles, supporting electrified trains - Replacement of approximately 306 catenary poles, timber retaining walls, duct banks, guy wire caissons, and a concrete bulkhead - Pre-construction services, schedule and safety management, quality assurance, testing and commissioning, document control, and close-out management - Environmental compliance and stakeholder coordination - Archaeological monitoring and documentation services required due to historic and burial grounds in the project area - Protocols for unanticipated discovery of human remains and historic structures, including Quaker Blockley Burial Ground - Qualified archaeologists must oversee excavation, mapping, photography, and coordination with regulatory agencies - Key Personnel Requirements: - Licensed Professional Engineer Construction Manager - Geotechnical Engineer - Field Inspector present for each work shift - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act - Detailed insurance requirements (general, automobile, umbrella/excess, pollution, and professional liability) - Cost-plus-fixed-fee contract structure - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to professional firms with relevant construction management and archaeological expertise.

Description

SEPTA is seeking proposals for construction management services for the 30th Street West Catenary Replacement Project – Phase 1A. The project involves management and professional services related to the replacement of overhead contact system (OCS) and structures, including drilling caisson foundations, setting cans and rebar cages, placing bolt patterns, pouring concrete, and completing finish work as per project specifications. The project is located at 30th Street Station in Philadelphia, PA, with an estimated start date in January 2027 and an estimated duration of 2.5 years. The solicitation includes detailed instructions for proposers, required insurance limits, and protocols for archaeological monitoring and unanticipated discoveries during construction.

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