Amtrak #2027-030

Amtrak sale and removal of approximately 67 gross tons of scrap rail

Amtrak is selling approximately 67 gross tons of scrap rail and requires the successful bidder to purchase, remove, and haul it away from its Long Island City location. - Government buyer: National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak), Enterprise Asset Management and Disposition Team (EAMDT); related materials also identify Amtrak’s Office of Engineering. - OEMs and vendors: No rail, grounding-equipment, or signage manufacturers or vendors are named. Amtrak is the buyer; Fastmarkets is cited as the market-price reference for bids, not as a supplier. - Rail for sale: Approximately 67 gross tons of 136-pound rail, including 30 pieces measuring 24 feet and 35 pieces measuring 60 feet. The total is an estimate; bidders provide a price per gross ton based on the Fastmarkets Philadelphia No. 1 heavy melt price. - Removal: The buyer provides labor, supervision, equipment, transportation, and other resources to load and remove the rail and debris. Bids must include a detailed removal plan and identify the on-track equipment to be used. Rail may be cut onsite. - Additional attachment items: Vehicle-grounding cables, clamps, reels, and related hardware; ANSI green-and-black self-adhesive warning labels and placards. The attachment describes standards and installation requirements but does not provide quantities or part numbers. - Safety requirement: Contractors accessing Amtrak property must complete Amtrak Contractor Safety & Rules Orientation and meet site PPE and safety requirements. The online course covers Amtrak safety and operating rules. - Other notable requirements: Railroad Protective Liability Insurance is required; bidders may use Amtrak’s blanket policy for an additional fee. Certified-scale weight tickets are required every 30 days, and the bid form specifies no down payment.

Description

Amtrak is offering for sale approximately 67 gross tons of scrap rail, described as 136# rail, including 30 pieces at 24 feet each and 35 pieces at 60 feet each. The rail is located at 38-38 43rd St, Long Island City, NY 11101, and may be cut onsite. The buyer must provide equipment to load and haul away the rail and purchase railroad liability insurance. Bids are due during the November 9–23, 2026 bid period.

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