Summary
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has launched a $3.5 billion bidding process to build the rail tracks and systems for its high-speed rail project in California. This initiative is part of a larger plan to connect major cities like San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Anaheim with a 494-mile rail line. The step marks progress in constructing the railway, which has faced funding and legal challenges since it was first approved in 2008.
Key Facts
- The project's bidding process is for a $3.5 billion contract to build track and rail systems.
- It will cover a 119-mile section of the high-speed rail currently under construction.
- The contract is divided into nine parts, focusing on areas like track setup, electrification, and safety testing.
- The rail system aims to connect San Francisco to Los Angeles and Anaheim, totaling 494 miles.
- Over 70 miles of track and nearly 60 major structures have been completed.
- As part of the project, more than 16,100 jobs have been created.
- A prebid conference and small business workshop are scheduled for December 19 in Sacramento.
