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Addendum #1 for Signal Maintenance of Way Re-Advertisement Posted
 
The Florida Department of Transportation on February 28, 2012 posted Addendum #1 to the Signal Maintenance of Way contract, which was recently readvertised. For more information, please visit the http://www.sunrail.com/website and click on the "Jobs and Procurement" link.
 
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Q&A for Signal Maintenance of Way Re-Advertisement posted

The Florida Department of Transportation on February 27, 2012 posted Questions and Answers to the Signal Maintenance of Way contract, which was recently readvertised. For more information, please visit the http://www.sunrail.com/website and click on the "Jobs and Procurement" link.
 
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First Station Finishes Contract Executed
 
The Florida Department of Transportation on February 24, 2012 executed the first of two Station Finishes contracts with Archer Western Contractors. Archer Western will be responsible for finishing seven station platforms and for parking lot construction at those station sites, where applicable. For more information on potential job opportunities associated with this contract, please visit the "Job Opportunities" box on the "Jobs and Procurement" page of the www.sunrail.com website, and click on the Archer Western link to contact the company directly.
 
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Join the SunRail Team!
 
Archer Western announced January 23, 2012 that it is seeking a qualified Critical Path Method (CPM) Scheduler to join the SunRail team to help plan, coordinate and schedule the execution of the SunRail project. Requirements include:
* Minimum of five years experience in CPM Scheduling and Primavera Project Planner (P3)
* Ability to pass drug screen, background check, reference, and motor vehicle check
* Estimating experience a plus
 
Job responsibilities: Please click here to view contract requirements
Salary: Based upon experience
 
Only qualified applicants should e-mail their resumes to Geri Tockstein at gtockstein@walshgroup.com. Please include Project #211186 and your last name in the subject line. Resumes sent without this information will not be considered.
 
Archer Western is an Equal Opportunity Employer
 
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Fare Collection System RFP Advertised
 
The Florida Department of Transportation on February 8, 2012 advertised for Fare Collection Systems for SunRail. The Request for Proposals is posted on the Jobs and Procurement page of the www.sunrail.com website. For official posting notifications related to this procurement, please visit the state of Florida's Vendor Bid system at http://myflorida.com/apps/vbs/vbs_www.search.criteria_form
   
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The Florida Department of Transportation,

in partnership with the City of Orlando, Orange County and Osceola County,

invites you to attend a forum

 

for DISADVANTAGED and MINORITY businesses interested in

Central Florida’s SunRail Commuter Rail Project

 

WHEN: Friday, December 16, 2011

TIME: 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.

WHERE: The Amway Center, 400 West Church Street, Orlando, FL32801 – Fairwinds Tower

(Free parking is provided in the Geico Garage)

WHAT: Learn about SunRail contracts and registering to do business with the Florida Department of Transportation; network with prime contractors and sub-contractors; and find out about potential contracting opportunities.
WHO:Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, elected officials from the City of Orlando, Orange and Osceola counties; Florida Department of Transportation directors and personnel, minority contracting experts from the Blackmon-Roberts Group and current and prospective SunRail contractors will be available to meet with interested parties!

 

Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status.

Persons who require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Lorie Matthews at 386-943-5346 or lorie.matthews@dot.state.fl.us at least seven days prior to the meeting. Persons with any questions about the forum should contact Marianne Gurnee at marianne.gurnee@dot.state.fl.usor 407-492-0836

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DBE Business Forum Hand-outs 

On November 15, 2011, the Florida Department of Transportation, in partnership with Seminole and Volusia Counties, hosted a forum for disadvantaged and minority businesses interested in Central Florida's SunRail Commuter Rail Project. A power point presentation and hand-outs are posted on the Jobs and Procurement page, in the "Job Opportunities" box at right.

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Signal Maintenance of Way RFP Advertised
 
The Florida Department of Transportation on Nov. 9, 2011 advertised a Signal Maintenance of Way Request for Proposals for the Central Florida Commuter Rail Corridor. The Request for Proposals is posted on the Jobs and Procurement page of the www.sunrail.com website.
 
 
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Public Involvement/Marketing Contract Awarded
 
 
A contract for Public Involvement/Marketing services was executed with The Cunningham Group on November 7, 2011 and work is expected to commence on December 1, 2011. This contractor is responsible for Public Involvement, outreach, marketing and advertising activities, as well as business outreach and corridor safety activities.

 

People interested in working on this contract should contact The Cunningham Group directly:

 

Courtney Cunningham

The Cunningham Group

201 N. Magnolia Avenue

Suite 101

Orlando, Florida32801

 

Phone: 407-487-4035

e-mail: hr@publicinvolvement.com

 
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TALLAHASSEE – On November 3, 2011, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) completed the purchase of the 61-mile SunRail commuter rail corridor owned by CSX. The purchase means work will soon start on the construction of the first phase of the commuter rail system.
 
Secretary Prasad said:
"Today's purchase is another important step in the process to bring SunRail commuter rail to Central Florida. All along the way, the Department has worked closely with federal, state, local and private partners to help achieve the vision to deliver the most effective and efficient commuter rail system in the country.
Our partnership with CSX, and today’s announcement of their increased infrastructure investment in Florida to $500 million over the next 8 years, will improve the movement of freight and commuters throughout the state, will increase the capacity and efficiency of Florida’s ports, and will make Florida the best place to live, work, and visit.”
With the purchase of the corridor, the State’s contractors will begin to manage and maintain the 61-mile corridor including signal and track maintenance. Today’s closing will also enable contractors to begin construction on Phase I of SunRail which will include the double-tracking, signal improvements, stations and operations control center. Construction will start this year.The 31-mile first phase of SunRail will serve 12 stations, linking DeBary to Orlando. Phase II will serve 5 additional stations, north to DeLand and south to Poinciana. Service for Phase I is expected to begin in early 2014.
 
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The Florida Department of Transportation, in partnership with Seminole and Volusia Counties, invites you to attend a forum

for DISADVANTAGED and MINORITY businesses interested in

Central Florida’s SunRail Commuter Rail Project

WHEN: Tuesday, November 15, 2011

TIME: 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

WHERE: The Sanford Civic Center, 401 East Seminole Boulevard, Sanford, FL

WHAT: Learn about SunRail contracts and registering to do business with the Florida Department of Transportation; network with prime contractors and sub-contractors; and find out about potentialcontracting opportunities.

WHO:Seminole and Volusia County elected officials, Florida Department of Transportation directors and personnel, minority contracting experts from the Blackmon-Roberts Group and current and prospective SunRail contractors will be available to meet with interested parties!

Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status.

Persons who require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Lorie Matthews at 386-943-5346 or lorie.matthews@dot.state.fl.usat least seven days prior to the meeting.

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Signal Maintenance of Way Posted for Industry Review
 
The Florida Department of Transportation will be soliciting Technical and Price Proposals for the Central Florida Rail Corridor (CFRC) Signal Maintenance of Way Services. A draft copy of the Request for Proposal (RFP) is being made available for industry review and comment through October 24, 2011. The Department requests input from firms in this industry. Please take the time to review this document and send any comments to the website http://www2.dot.state.fl.us/construction/D5 as instructed on page 17 of the RFP document. The input provided will be considered in preparation of the final document to be advertised and will help ensure a successful procurement and project for all parties involved.
 
This RFP includes Exhibits E through I and due to the file size, they are available on DVD to any interested firm. See the instructions on page 12 to obtain a copy of the DVD.
 
The RFP may be accessed from the "Industry Review" box on the right side of the "Jobs and Procurement" page of the www.sunrail.com website, or on the FDOT Question and Answer site at http://www2.dot.state.fl.us/construction/D5 . All questions and comments should be submitted through the Question and Answer site.
 
 
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Station Finishes #1 contract advertised
 
The Florida Department of Transportation on September 20, 2011 advertised a Request for Proposals for the first of two Station Finishes construction contracts for Central Florida's SunRail Project. The document is posted on the "Jobs and Procurement" page of the www.sunrail.comwebsite, and can be reviewed in the "Procurement Documents" box on the right hand side of the page. Official updates and documents are posted on the state of Florida's Vendor Bid System at http://myflorida.com/apps/vbs/vbs_www.main_menu or

http://myflorida.com/apps/vbs/vbs_www.ad.view_ad?advertisement_key_num=96584

 
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR ALL PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS: A mandatory pre-proposal meeting regarding this contract will be held at 9 a.m. on Sept. 26, 2011 at the Florida Department of Transportation, Cypress A&B conference rooms, First Floor, 719 South Woodland Blvd., DeLand, Fl. 32720.
 
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Public Involvement-Marketing Services contract advertised
 
The Florida Department of Transportation on September 2, 2011 advertised a Request for Proposals for Public Involvement/Marketing Services associated with Central Florida's SunRail project. The document is posted on the "Jobs and Procurement" page of the www.sunrail.comwebsite, and can be reviewed in the "Procurement Documents" box on the right hand side of the page. Official updates and documents are posted on the state of Florida's Vendor Bid System at http://myflorida.com/apps/vbs/vbs_www.main_menu
 
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Technical Advisory Committee Meeting notice
 
The Central Florida Commuter Rail Commission’s Technical Advisory Committee will meet at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 7, 2011 at the Florida Department of Transportation’s Orlando Urban Office, 133 South Semoran Boulevard, Orlando, Florida. Any questions, or anyone needing special assistance, please contact Steve Olson at steve.olson@dot.state.fl.us or 386-943-5479.
 
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Insurance Broker Services contract executed
 
The Florida Department of Transportation on August 18, 2011 executed an Insurance Broker Services contract awarded to Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services Inc. The contract is posted on the "Jobs and Procurement" page of the www.sunrail.com website.
 
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SunRail Career Opportunities
 
RailWorks Track Systems on August 15, 2011 posted the following job opportunities with the SunRail project.
 
Join Our Team

RailWorks Track Systems has teamed up with joint venture partner Archer Western Contractors to construct SunRail, a 62-mile design-build commuter rail line project in the Greater Orlando area. The project will be constructed in five segments over 32 miles with 12 stations linking DeBary, Fla., to Orlando. RaillWorks will maintain the existing 62 miles of track to current main line conditions while also building approximately 14 miles of new track including 66 turnouts. RailWorks also will install 87 new crossings with new track, signals and train control and will construct a new yard and maintenance facility.

RailWorks is looking for qualified employees for these positions on the SunRail project:

  • Project Engineers
  • Equipment Operators
  • Laborers
  • Track Maintenance Inspectors
  • Roadmaster
  • Signal Maintainers
  • Signal Inspector
  • Track Maintenance Supervisor
     
    Please forward employment inquiries to RailWorks' HR representative at humanresources@railworks.com
     
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    Insurance Broker Intent to Award posted
    The Florida Department of Transportation on August 8, 2011 issued an Intent to Award Insurance Broker Services to Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services Inc.The document is posted on the www.sunrail.com website on the "Jobs and Procurement" page.
     
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    FDOT signs two agreements with CSXT
     
    The Florida Department of Transportation on July 25, 2011 signed a Dispatching Services Agreement with CSX Transportation, establishing the Central Florida Dispatcher Desk for SunRail; and an Orientation Services Agreement for dispatch training services, operating rules training, and supervisory personnel to ensure a smooth takeover of the SunRail corridor. The documents are posted in the "Updates and Documents" page on the www.sunrail.com website.
     
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    Insurance Broker 2nd Q&A posted
     
     An updated Question and Answer response was posted to the "Jobs and Procurement" page in the "Procurements" box on the right side of the page on July 25, 2011.
     
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    Construction Oversight contractor receives "Notice to Proceed"
     
    The Florida Department of Transportation on July 22, 2011 gave the go-ahead for HNTB to proceed with construction oversight responsibilities associated with the SunRail project. Job opportunities and document information is posted on the http://www.sunrail.com website on the "Jobs and Procurement" page.
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    Fare Collection Equipment RFP posted for INDUSTRY REVIEW
     
    The Florida Department of Transportation on July 21, 2011 put out for Industry Review a Request for Proposal for Fare Collection Equipment systems. The document is posted on the http://www.sunrail.com/website on the "Jobs and Procurement" page, in the "Procurement" box posted on the bottom right side of the page.
     
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    Job Opportunity Contact Information Posted
     
    The Florida Department of Transportation has posted job opportunity contact information for Archer Western/Railworks (for final design of track and signal work and mobilization efforts prior to construction); for MotivePower, Inc. (for the design and manufacture of SunRail locomotives); and for Bombardier (for the design and manufacture of SunRail coaches and cab cars). That information is posted on the http://www.sunrail.com/website on the "Jobs and Procurement" page.
     
     
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    FDOT Secretary Prasad and FTA Administrator Rogoff Sign SunRail Federal Funding Agreement

     

     

    Agreement funds federal share of cost to build Phase 1 of SunRail

    Orlando – Florida Department of Transportation Secretary Ananth Prasad and Federal Transit Administrator Peter Rogoff signed the SunRail Full Funding Grant Agreement (FFGA) at a signing ceremony today at the site of Florida Hospital’s future SunRail station stop in downtown Orlando. U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood also attended the event.
     
    The funding plan provides 50 percent federal funding, 25 percent State funding and 25 percent local funding for Volusia, Seminole, Orange and Osceola counties and the City of Orlando for the entire 61-mile project. Today’s signing covers funding for Phase I of the project.
     
    "Today's event is a critical step toward SunRail moving forward. It commits the federal government and the State to getting SunRail built and operating," said Secretary Prasad. "But more importantly, the pledges from all the local partners and the many businesses will once again reinforce their commitment to doing all they can to ensure SunRail's success."
     
    For Phase I, $178.6 million is federal funds. To date, $101.2 million of federal funds have been allocated to SunRail Phase I in FY 2011 and prior. Today’s signing means the remaining federal funds are pledged as $50 million in FY 2012 and $27.38 million in FY 2013.
     
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    Insurance Broker Q&A and Addendum #1 posted
     
    The Florida Department of Transportation on July 19, 2011 posted a second round of questions and answers from potential contractors on the Insurance Broker Services contract. On July 15, 2011, the Department posted a first round of questions and answers from potential contractors and Addendum #1. The contract documents are posted on the "Jobs and Procurement" page of the www.sunrail.com website.
     
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    Coaches/Cab Cars contractor receives "Notice to Proceed"
     
    The Florida Department of Transportation on July 14, 2011 directed Bombardier to begin the design and manufacture of SunRail coaches and cab cars.
     
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    Agreements signed with Amtrak and FCEN
     
    The Florida Department of Transportation on July 12, 2011 signed Operating Agreements with Amtrak and the Florida Central Railroad that will provide for SunRail operations on the 61.5-mile corridor. For more information, visit the Contracts and Documents page at:
     
     
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    Locomotives manufacturer receives "Notice to Proceed"
     
    The Florida Department of Transportation on July 6, 2011 gave the green light to Motive Power Inc. to begin the design and manufacture of SunRail locomotives.
     
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    Insurance Broker contract advertised
     
    The Florida Department of Transportation on July 6, 2011 advertised a Request for Proposals for Insurance Broker Services associated with the SunRail project. The advertisement is posted on "Jobs and Procurement" page of the www.sunrail.comwebsite at right. For additional information that may be required of bidders, please visit:
     
     
     
    For bid questions, please go to:
     
     
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    Construction contractor receives "Notice to Proceed"
     
    The Florida Department of Transportation on July 5, 2011 gave the green light to Archer Western/Railworks, a joint venture, to begin Final Design and maintenance mobilization activities required to start construction on the SunRail corridor. Once that effort is complete, construction is expected to begin in the fall. A link to potential job opportunities with the Archer Western/Railworks team will be posted soon.
     
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