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DEVELOPING THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTING PLAN FOR A MAJOR LIGHT RAIL EXTENSION PROJECT
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00972182

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Order URL: http://worldcat.org/issn/00978515

Abstract:

Major light rail extension projects are complex to design and construct. Complexities arise from community and political expectations; multijurisdictional agreements; permitting at local, state, and federal levels; financing partnerships; unique technical considerations; coordination with existing operating systems; property takes; and impacts to the public during construction. Design and construction work generally is accomplished through contracts. The question that arises is which contracting methods are most likely to allow the agency to effectively deal with the complexities and meet its objectives. The Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon (TriMet) develops a contracting plan prior to commencement of major design and construction projects. The plan breaks the project into its major elements, identifies overall objectives and critical factors, analyzes contracting options, and concludes with a recommended plan. TriMet applies an analytical framework that is intended to determine which contract procurement methods will put TriMet in the best position to accomplish a successful project. Options include design-build, construction manager at risk, low bid, request for proposal, and sole source. The contracting plan for the Interstate MAX project is used as a basis for this discussion. Interstate MAX is a $350 million, 5.8-mi light rail extension currently in construction, under budget, and ahead of schedule. TriMet's experience is that a detailed contracting plan is an effective tool for organizing a successful approach to the design and construction of a major light rail project.

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Report/Paper Numbers:

E-C058

Language:

English

Corporate Authors:

Transportation Research Board

500 Fifth Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001 United States

Authors:

Irwin, D

Pagination:

p. 557-575

Publication Date:

2003-11

Serial:

Transportation Research Circular

Issue Number: E-C058
Publisher: Transportation Research Board
ISSN: 0097-8515

Conference:

Experience, Economics, and Evolution--From Starter Lines to Growing Systems. 9th National Light Rail Transit Conference

Location: Portland, Oregon
Date: 2003-11-16 to 2003-11-18
Sponsors: Transportation Research Board, and American Public Transportation Association

Features:

Tables (5)

Subject Areas:

Administration and Management; Highways; Planning and Forecasting; Public Transportation

Files:

TRIS, TRB

Created Date:

Apr 22 2004 12:00AM