SLED Opportunity · MINNESOTA · METROPOLITAN COUNCIL — 7-COUNTY TWIN CITIES METRO, MINNESOTA
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Construction of a 750-foot pocket track for LRT operations in Hopkins, MN, including track installation, concrete ties, ballast placement, and rail fastening. Pre-bid meeting on May 12, 2026, with bids due June 2, 2026.
The proposed work consists of constructing an approximately 750-foot pocket track to support LRT operations, extending from approximately Station 102+53.5 to 109+65. The scope includes installation of one No. 6 RH turnout (approximately 69 track feet), placement of concrete ties (including standard, restraining rail, and guard rail ties as required), installation of new rail, and secure fastening of rail to ties via insulated shoulders in accordance with LRT standards. Work will also include placement of approximately 300 tons of mainline ballast, followed by lining and tamping to achieve final plan alignment, profile, and grade. Construction activities will encompass track layout, material handling, rail installation, surfacing, and final adjustment to ensure operational readiness and integration with existing track infrastructure. Available inventory of concrete ties will be utilized where feasible to reduce material procurement costs, with remaining materials supplied as required. Category: Railroad, Maintenance, Repair Services for Railroads, Electrical, Welding, Light Rail Transit Construction. Pre-Bid Meeting: A pre-bid meeting will be held on May 12, 2026 at 9:00 AM, via Microsoft TEAMS. Bidders are strongly encouraged to attend. Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/242130353207232?p=V7Lz7fNn28MSg0jd6I Meeting ID: 242 130 353 207 232 Passcode: z6Lf2RL3 Dial in by phone +1 763-600-8619,,967726043# United States, Minneapolis Phone conference ID: 967 726 043# Bid Submission: Metropolitan Council via QuestCDN.com online bidding system Bid documents are available for purchase through QuestCDN. Contact us and we will obtain the full document package on your behalf.
SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.
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