Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program Update: Initial Demolition …
WEBFeb 27, 2024 — One of the largest transportation infrastructure investments on the East Coast has begun demolition in Baltimore. Amtrak’s $6 billion Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program has entered a new phase, along with major construction activities set …
Amtrak Awards Contract to Build New Frederick Douglass Tunnel …
WEBFeb 6, 2024 — BALTIMORE – Amtrak has achieved a major milestone for the Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program with the selection of a Kiewit/J.F. Shea Joint Venture to build the brand new, state-of-the-art passenger rail tunnel that will serve electrified Amtrak and MARC commuter trains.
Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program | Amtrak
WEBThe 1.4-mile tunnel, connecting Baltimore’s Penn Station to Washington D.C. and Virginia, suffers from a variety of age-related issues such as excessive water infiltration, a deteriorating structure, and a sinking floor. The existing tunnel cannot be updated with modern fire and life safety systems and excessive costly maintenance is required.
Amtrak Awards Two Important Contracts for The Frederick Douglass Tunnel ...
WEBSep 11, 2023 — Amtrak has achieved a significant milestone in the Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program with the selection of the Clark Construction/Stacy and Witbeck Joint Venture as the first of three major construction contractors for this phase of construction to deliver the program.
Amtrak picks contractors for first phase of $6B tunnel
WEBSep 12, 2023 — The Frederick Douglass Tunnel will largely replace the B&P Tunnel, and is designed to speed passenger and freight movement on the Northeast Corridor. The new Frederick Douglass Tunnel...
Amtrak awards joint contract for $4.7B Frederick Douglass Tunnel …
WEBFeb 6, 2024 — The Frederick Douglass Tunnel will consist of two tubes, allow electric trains to travel 110 mph and primarily serve electrified MARC and Amtrak passenger trains.
US$4.7 billion Frederick Douglass Tunnel project
WEBFeb 10, 2024 — The US$4.7 billion Frederick Douglass Tunnel project in Baltimore has been awarded to two engineering and construction firms. Amtrak awarded the contract to Kiewit Corporation and J.F Shea Construction Inc this week.
OIG: Better planning on Frederick Douglass Tunnel program …
WEB3 days ago — WASHINGTON – Amtrak has not completed all necessary planning for the Frederick Douglass Tunnel (FDT) program despite the approach of major construction, increasing the risk of cost overruns and schedule delays, an Amtrak Office of Inspector General report released today found.
Kiewit-Shea JV nabs $1B Baltimore Amtrak tunnel contract
WEBFeb 7, 2024 — The Frederick Douglass Tunnel will largely replace the B&P Tunnel, and is designed to speed passenger and freight movement on the Northeast Corridor.
FACT SHEET: President Biden Kicks off Major Baltimore Rail Tunnel ...
WEBJan 30, 2023 — The new tunnel will be named in honor of the civil rights leader and abolitionist, Frederick Douglass, a Maryland native and frequent railroad passenger after escaping to his freedom from...