Jacobs is seeking qualified design/build firms interested in participating in Amtrak's nationwide projects, pursuant to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). Capital grants have been awarded to construct, renovate, repair and/or upgrade properties for Amtrak and other railroad owners throughout the United States.

Projects include but are not limited to: utility and right of way upgrades, bridge replacements, station construction and restoration, security, fire and life safety enhancements and station access and mobility improvements. Please consult the detailed scope of work documents linked from this page to determine which projects match your firm's capabilities.

The Design/Builder will be responsible for completing the design (currently at 30 per cent) and to construct, renovate, repair and/or upgrade the facilities through construction closeout.

Interested firms are invited to submit a brief statement of their capabilities and relevant rail and infrastructure experience. Click on "Submit Capabilities"
button to provide your contact information and upload document(s) (Note: 5 MB Maximum). Submission deadline is November 30, 2009.

Based on this information, Jacobs will determine which firms will be included in the prequalification program. If your company is selected, Jacobs will send you a prequalification package. Jacobs will then determine, based on the prequalification information, which firms will be invited to propose on these projects, some of which may be designated as Small Business Set-Aside Opportunities.

If awarded, the Design/Builder will be required to enroll into the Jacobs Contractor Controlled Insurance Program (CCIP).