Station realignment signals new environmental and design consultant needs
Summary
Shifting the Bakersfield station from downtown to 7th Standard Road implies the need for updated environmental impact analysis, preliminary engineering, and community outreach work — all areas typically procured through CHSRA's consultant roster. This is an inference based on standard NEPA/CEQA requirements for major alignment changes.
Details
Firms with CHSRA pre-qualified status or environmental/planning capabilities should monitor for task order releases or new RFQs tied to the revised Bakersfield station area.
Consulting fees for environmental re-evaluation, station area planning, and preliminary design at new 7th Standard Road location
California High-Speed Rail Authority
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