693JF72440069
Project Grant
Overview
Grant Description
Award Purpose
This project will fund the planning, design, and environmental permitting for on-terminal rail track replacement, realignment, and load capacity improvements.
The project will also advance the planning of seismic upgrades, concrete resurfacing, water and utility reconfiguration and upgrades, as well as front gate perimeter fence and operations center reconfiguration.
Activities to Be Performed
The project includes one component with the following elements.
Preliminary Site Investigation.
Topographic Survey.
Conduct a detailed topographic survey of the entire project area, including all relevant surface features.
Utilize Global Positioning System (GPS), Total Station, and Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) technology to gather precise horizontal and vertical measurements.
Map existing structures, rail lines, utilities above and below ground, pavements, fencing, drainage features, and other pertinent site elements.
Establish horizontal and vertical control points tied to local and state coordinate systems.
Verify and map underground utility locations.
Prepare a comprehensive topographic map with contour intervals suitable for design purposes (e.g., 1-foot intervals).
Deliver survey data in digital formats compatible with Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Geographic Information System (GIS) software for integration into design models.
Deliverables.
Comprehensive topographic maps and digital files compatible with CAD and GIS software.
Survey reports documenting methodologies, findings, and control network.
Rail Track Realignment Design.
Site Evaluation and Survey.
Utilize data from the topographic survey to assess existing rail track conditions and site constraints.
Evaluate the curvature and alignment of existing tracks, identifying operational limitations and potential improvements.
Load Testing on Rail.
Perform load tests on existing rail infrastructure to determine current load-bearing capacities and identify weaknesses.
Analyze lateral and vertical displacements under simulated operational loads.
Incorporate load testing results into the design of the new track alignment and structural enhancements.
Design for Track Realignment.
Develop design alternatives that adjust track geometry to meet modern industry standards.
Select the optimal design based on operational efficiency, safety, and cost considerations.
Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
Deliverables.
Reports detailing rail load testing procedures, results, calculations, and recommendations.
Plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) at construction documents (CD) 30 percent, 60 percent, and 90 percent engineering designs for rail realignment.
Geotechnical Exploration and Utility Assessment.
Geotechnical Borings and Soil Sampling.
Perform subsurface explorations, including drilling borings and collecting soil samples at strategic locations.
Prepare detailed boring logs documenting soil strata classifications and groundwater conditions.
Conduct laboratory testing to determine soil properties such as shear strength, compressibility, and permeability.
Potholing for Utility Identification.
Execute potholing at key locations to expose and verify underground utilities' positions and depths.
Document and map all findings, updating utility records as necessary.
Coordinate with utility owners to minimize service disruptions during exploration.
Groundwater Investigation.
Monitor groundwater levels during drilling operations.
Sample groundwater for potential contaminants if required.
Provide recommendations for groundwater management during construction activities.
Deliverables.
Boring logs, soil analysis results, groundwater data, and geotechnical recommendations.
Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) and Environmental Soil Testing.
Task 4.1 Hazardous Material Soil Testing.
Collect soil samples from various depths and locations for environmental analysis.
Test for contaminants such as heavy metals, petroleum hydrocarbons, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and other hazardous substances.
Identify any areas requiring remediation or special handling during construction.
Soil Management Plan.
Develop a soil management plan outlining procedures for handling, storing, transporting, and disposing of contaminated soils.
Include strategies for minimizing dust, erosion, and runoff to protect nearby communities and environments.
Coordinate with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with all environmental regulations.
Deliverables.
Hazardous material testing reports and a soil management plan.
Seismic Upgrades and Infrastructure Improvements.
Seismic Risk Analysis.
Analyze seismic hazards specific to the project site, including fault lines and liquefaction potential.
Assess the structural integrity of existing seawalls, wharves, and support piles under seismic loading.
Seismic Design Solutions.
Design seismic reinforcements such as upgraded support piles and integrated seawall enhancements.
Incorporate Deep Soil Mixing (DSM) techniques where feasible to mitigate liquefaction risks.
Ensure designs comply with current seismic codes and standards.
Utility and Deck Reconfiguration.
Design upgrades for utility lines, including water, electrical, and communication systems.
Plan for the resurfacing of concrete decks to support increased load capacities and future infrastructure needs.
Deliverables.
PS&E construction documents (CD) 30 percent, 60 percent, and 90 percent design for infrastructure improvements.
Front Gate Perimeter Fence and Operations Center Reconfiguration.
Traffic and Security Assessment.
Analyze current traffic patterns for vehicles entering and exiting the terminal.
Evaluate existing security measures and identify vulnerabilities.
Design Solutions for Main Gate and Operations Center.
Design expanded gate facilities with additional lanes to improve traffic flow and accommodate oversized cargo.
Incorporate advanced security technologies such as automated access controls, surveillance systems, and license plate recognition.
Design an integrated operations center to centralize security, traffic management, and compliance monitoring.
Deliverables.
PS&E at construction documents (CD) 30 percent, 60 percent, and 90 percent engineering designs for improvements.
Environmental Compliance and Permitting (CEQA, NEPA).
Environmental Impact Analysis.
Prepare environmental documents in compliance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) (NEPA agency not identified).
Assess potential impacts on air quality, water resources, biological habitats, noise levels, and cultural resources.
Develop mitigation measures to address identified impacts.
Permitting Support.
Identify all required permits from local, state, and federal agencies.
Prepare and submit permit applications, coordinating with agencies throughout the review process.
Deliverables.
CEQA and NEPA Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) reports.
Permit applications for all applicable state, local, and federal agencies.
Deliverables Expected Outcomes
There are no performance measures to raise grants.
Intended Beneficiary
San Diego Unified Port District.
Subrecipient Activities
None.
This project will fund the planning, design, and environmental permitting for on-terminal rail track replacement, realignment, and load capacity improvements.
The project will also advance the planning of seismic upgrades, concrete resurfacing, water and utility reconfiguration and upgrades, as well as front gate perimeter fence and operations center reconfiguration.
Activities to Be Performed
The project includes one component with the following elements.
Preliminary Site Investigation.
Topographic Survey.
Conduct a detailed topographic survey of the entire project area, including all relevant surface features.
Utilize Global Positioning System (GPS), Total Station, and Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) technology to gather precise horizontal and vertical measurements.
Map existing structures, rail lines, utilities above and below ground, pavements, fencing, drainage features, and other pertinent site elements.
Establish horizontal and vertical control points tied to local and state coordinate systems.
Verify and map underground utility locations.
Prepare a comprehensive topographic map with contour intervals suitable for design purposes (e.g., 1-foot intervals).
Deliver survey data in digital formats compatible with Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Geographic Information System (GIS) software for integration into design models.
Deliverables.
Comprehensive topographic maps and digital files compatible with CAD and GIS software.
Survey reports documenting methodologies, findings, and control network.
Rail Track Realignment Design.
Site Evaluation and Survey.
Utilize data from the topographic survey to assess existing rail track conditions and site constraints.
Evaluate the curvature and alignment of existing tracks, identifying operational limitations and potential improvements.
Load Testing on Rail.
Perform load tests on existing rail infrastructure to determine current load-bearing capacities and identify weaknesses.
Analyze lateral and vertical displacements under simulated operational loads.
Incorporate load testing results into the design of the new track alignment and structural enhancements.
Design for Track Realignment.
Develop design alternatives that adjust track geometry to meet modern industry standards.
Select the optimal design based on operational efficiency, safety, and cost considerations.
Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
Deliverables.
Reports detailing rail load testing procedures, results, calculations, and recommendations.
Plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) at construction documents (CD) 30 percent, 60 percent, and 90 percent engineering designs for rail realignment.
Geotechnical Exploration and Utility Assessment.
Geotechnical Borings and Soil Sampling.
Perform subsurface explorations, including drilling borings and collecting soil samples at strategic locations.
Prepare detailed boring logs documenting soil strata classifications and groundwater conditions.
Conduct laboratory testing to determine soil properties such as shear strength, compressibility, and permeability.
Potholing for Utility Identification.
Execute potholing at key locations to expose and verify underground utilities' positions and depths.
Document and map all findings, updating utility records as necessary.
Coordinate with utility owners to minimize service disruptions during exploration.
Groundwater Investigation.
Monitor groundwater levels during drilling operations.
Sample groundwater for potential contaminants if required.
Provide recommendations for groundwater management during construction activities.
Deliverables.
Boring logs, soil analysis results, groundwater data, and geotechnical recommendations.
Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) and Environmental Soil Testing.
Task 4.1 Hazardous Material Soil Testing.
Collect soil samples from various depths and locations for environmental analysis.
Test for contaminants such as heavy metals, petroleum hydrocarbons, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and other hazardous substances.
Identify any areas requiring remediation or special handling during construction.
Soil Management Plan.
Develop a soil management plan outlining procedures for handling, storing, transporting, and disposing of contaminated soils.
Include strategies for minimizing dust, erosion, and runoff to protect nearby communities and environments.
Coordinate with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with all environmental regulations.
Deliverables.
Hazardous material testing reports and a soil management plan.
Seismic Upgrades and Infrastructure Improvements.
Seismic Risk Analysis.
Analyze seismic hazards specific to the project site, including fault lines and liquefaction potential.
Assess the structural integrity of existing seawalls, wharves, and support piles under seismic loading.
Seismic Design Solutions.
Design seismic reinforcements such as upgraded support piles and integrated seawall enhancements.
Incorporate Deep Soil Mixing (DSM) techniques where feasible to mitigate liquefaction risks.
Ensure designs comply with current seismic codes and standards.
Utility and Deck Reconfiguration.
Design upgrades for utility lines, including water, electrical, and communication systems.
Plan for the resurfacing of concrete decks to support increased load capacities and future infrastructure needs.
Deliverables.
PS&E construction documents (CD) 30 percent, 60 percent, and 90 percent design for infrastructure improvements.
Front Gate Perimeter Fence and Operations Center Reconfiguration.
Traffic and Security Assessment.
Analyze current traffic patterns for vehicles entering and exiting the terminal.
Evaluate existing security measures and identify vulnerabilities.
Design Solutions for Main Gate and Operations Center.
Design expanded gate facilities with additional lanes to improve traffic flow and accommodate oversized cargo.
Incorporate advanced security technologies such as automated access controls, surveillance systems, and license plate recognition.
Design an integrated operations center to centralize security, traffic management, and compliance monitoring.
Deliverables.
PS&E at construction documents (CD) 30 percent, 60 percent, and 90 percent engineering designs for improvements.
Environmental Compliance and Permitting (CEQA, NEPA).
Environmental Impact Analysis.
Prepare environmental documents in compliance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) (NEPA agency not identified).
Assess potential impacts on air quality, water resources, biological habitats, noise levels, and cultural resources.
Develop mitigation measures to address identified impacts.
Permitting Support.
Identify all required permits from local, state, and federal agencies.
Prepare and submit permit applications, coordinating with agencies throughout the review process.
Deliverables.
CEQA and NEPA Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) reports.
Permit applications for all applicable state, local, and federal agencies.
Deliverables Expected Outcomes
There are no performance measures to raise grants.
Intended Beneficiary
San Diego Unified Port District.
Subrecipient Activities
None.
Awardee
Funding Goals
THE RAISE PROGRAM INVESTS IN SURFACE TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS THAT WILL HAVE SIGNIFICANT LOCAL OR REGIONAL IMPACT AND IMPROVE SAFETY ECONOMIC STRENGTH AND GLOBAL COMPETITIVENESS EQUITY AND CLIMATE AND SUSTAINABILITY.
Grant Program (CFDA)
Awarding / Funding Agency
Place of Performance
San Diego,
California
92101-1128
United States
Geographic Scope
Single Zip Code
Related Opportunity
San Diego Unified Port District was awarded
Rail Track Replacement and Infrastructure Upgrades Grant
Project Grant 693JF72440069
worth $5,000,000
from Maritime Administration in January 2025 with work to be completed primarily in San Diego California United States.
The grant
has a duration of 6 years 3 months and
was awarded through assistance program 20.933 National Infrastructure Investments.
$5,000,000 (50.0%) of this Project Grant was funded by non-federal sources.
The Project Grant was awarded through grant opportunity FY 2024 National Infrastructure Investments.
Status
(Ongoing)
Last Modified 1/17/25
Period of Performance
1/16/25
Start Date
4/7/31
End Date
Funding Split
$5.0M
Federal Obligation
$5.0M
Non-Federal Obligation
$10.0M
Total Obligated
Activity Timeline
Additional Detail
Award ID FAIN
693JF72440069
SAI Number
None
Award ID URI
SAI NOT APPLICABLE
Awardee Classifications
State Government
Awarding Office
69A334 MARITIME ADMINISTRATION
Funding Office
69A334 MARITIME ADMINISTRATION
Awardee UEI
MN5GADR8B2D5
Awardee CAGE
32YY7
Performance District
CA-50
Senators
Dianne Feinstein
Alejandro Padilla
Alejandro Padilla
Modified: 1/17/25