Danvers-Peabody-Salem Rail Trail Feasibility Study

The Town of Danvers, City of Peabody, and City of Salem are seeking a qualified consultant to conduct a feasibility study for a multi‑municipality rail‑to‑trail conversion linking the three communities. The study will evaluate route alignment, environmental impacts, land acquisition needs, cost estimates, funding sources, and community benefits, and will deliver a final report with recommendations for implementation. • Scope includes field surveys, stakeholder outreach, and preliminary engineering concepts. • Deliverables: feasibility report, cost‑benefit analysis, phasing plan, and funding strategy. • Required expertise: civil/transportation engineering, environmental planning, and public‑private partnership development. • Project timeline expected to be several months, culminating before the bid closing date of 14 Oct 2026. • All submissions must be received electronically by the closing deadline.