Railroad Work Matrix

A railroad work matrix is needed for projects requiring
 a detailed outline of the division of labor and materials to properly bid out the project to a TxDOT contractor, obtain a proper estimate from the railroad company and coordinate the project construction schedule.
The railroad work matrix needs to address:
  • Track installation and removal responsible party
     (railroad company or TxDOT contractor).
  • Track tie-ins to live track responsibilities party
     (railroad company or TxDOT contractor).
  • Responsible party for
     supplying the track materials (rail, ties, ballast, subballast).
  • Need for
     derailers or guardrail
    and responsible party to
     provide and install,
    if needed
    .
  • Responsible party to
     perform site grading and groundwork.
  • Assigned responsible party for providing and installing
     any drainage features.
  • Responsible party for utility adjustments.
  • Process for material delivery
     to the project site.
  • Responsible party for delivering
     the materials.
  • Material(s) stockpile location
    .
  • Live track closures needed
     to facilitate construction.
  • Equipment needed on railroad right of way to construct the project.