McPip Yard Upgrades

The City of Tacoma is soliciting bids for the McPip Yard Upgrades, a rail‑yard improvement project that includes replacing approximately 2,500 ft of track, one switch, one crossover, tie replacement, ballast work, and installation of Pandrol fasteners. The contract is a fixed‑price public‑works RFB with a base estimate of $1.26 million plus taxes and a $30 k force‑account. The work must be completed within a 120‑working‑day window after the Notice‑to‑Proceed. Key requirements include compliance with prevailing‑wage statutes, LEAP local‑employment goals, extensive insurance and bonding, and submission of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan. • Replace rail, ties, and ballast; install new switch, crossover, and driveway crossing. • Provide Pandrol plate hardware and perform raise‑surface‑line‑dress activities. • Deliver all required bonds, certifications, and LEAP utilization plan before award.