MassDOT Berkshire Line Track Improvements Phase V: Lee, lenoxand Pittsfield

Description: install approximately 10.7 track miles of 136RE continuous welded rail (CWR) from approximately MP 72 to MP 86. In addition, this contract includes, but is not limited to, the installation of three (3) new turnouts, replacement of fifive (5) private/farm crossings, surfacing and aligning of approximately eleven point seven (11.7) miles of track, replace up to 1,700 timber crossties and approximately one point five (1.5)miles of full-depth track construction. 72-14-00-00 : Heavy construction services install approximately 10.7 track miles of 136RE continuous welded rail (CWR) from approximately MP 72 to MP 86. In addition, this contract includes, but is not limited to, the installation of three (3) new turnouts, replacement of five (5) private/farm crossings, surfacing and aligning of approximately eleven point seven (11.7) miles of track, replace up to 1,700 timber crossties and approximately one point five (1.5) miles of full-depth track construction. See bid documents Work also includes installation of new bridge timbers on Bridges 72.45, 75.49, 77.28, 80.72, 85.52 and 85.88, cleaning and application of corrosion protection on top flanges of steel members prior to new timber installation, anchorage repairs at Bridges 75.49, 77.71, and 85.88, installation of new walkway on Bridges 75.49, 77.28, 80.72 and 85.88. It is highly recommended that bidders attend the Pre-Bid Meeting/Pre-Bid Site Walk which will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday November 18, 2026 at the grade crossing at Utility Drive in Pittsfield, MA. It is strongly suggested that prospective Bidders have a representative attend this meeting/site walk. The purpose of this meeting/site walk is to discuss any outstanding questions relating to the proposed work, the bidding procedures, or the required contract provisions. Prospective bidders shall bring with them all personal protective equipment which must be worn to access the project site.