Department of Natural and Cultural Resources - Rail Removal and Salvage Project on the Berlin Branch Rail Corridor - TB-2603 (2026)
New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources | State of New HampshireState · Concord, NH- Due
- Aug 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Craig Rennie
- (603) 271-3254
The 30-second brief
The State of New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, Bureau of Trails is seeking bids for the Rail Removal and Salvage Project on the Berlin Branch Rail Corridor in Bethlehem, NH, Project No. TB-2603. The work consists of dismantling approximately 22,600 linear feet of out-of-service rail, joint bars, tie plates, switches, rail anchors, and other track materials, and removing railroad ties from approximately 2.14 miles of abandoned rail corridor to develop a year-round recreational trail. Contractors must salvage and deliver all rail components to the NHDOT rail yard in Whitefield, NH, properly dispose of timber ties, grade the corridor for snowmobile use, and furnish a 100% performance and payment bond. Sealed bids are due by August 7, 2026, at 2:00 P.M.
Mobilization and Demobilization; Removal of approximately 11, 300 feet of railroad track (22, 600 feet of rail length) rail, Joint bars, And all other rail components plates and transported to the NHDOT rail yard in Whitefield NH; Tie removal and disposal in proper facility for entire project length; Clean-Up, Restoration, And disposal of materials; 100% Performance and Payment Bond; Allowance for unforeseen conditions ($10, 000)
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Summary
The State of New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, Bureau of Trails is seeking bids for the Rail Removal and Salvage Project on the Berlin Branch Rail Corridor in Bethlehem, NH, Project No.
TB-2603. The work consists of dismantling approximately 22,600 linear feet of out-of-service rail, joint bars, tie plates, switches, rail anchors, and other track materials, and removing railroad ties from approximately 2.14 miles of abandoned rail corridor to develop a year-round recreational trail. Contractors must salvage and deliver all rail components to the NHDOT rail yard in Whitefield, NH, properly dispose of timber ties, grade the corridor for snowmobile use, and furnish a 100% performance and payment bond. Sealed bids are due by August 7, 2026, at 2:00 P.M.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Mobilization and Demobilization; Removal of approximately 11, 300 feet of railroad track (22, 600 feet of rail length) rail, Joint bars, And all other rail components plates and transported to the NHDOT rail yard in Whitefield NH; Tie removal and disposal in proper facility for entire project length; Clean-Up, Restoration, And disposal of materials; 100% Performance and Payment Bond; Allowance for unforeseen conditions ($10, 000)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Proposal Form
- Vendor Application
- Alternate W-9 Form
- 100% Performance and Payment Bond
- Certificate of Good Standing from NH Secretary of State
- Submit to
- Attn: Craig Rennie, Trails Bureau Chief, Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, 172 Pembroke Road, Concord, NH 03301
- Scope location
- Bethlehem, NH
- Reported agency
- Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources | State of New Hampshire?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 7, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Attn: Craig Rennie, Trails Bureau Chief, Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, 172 Pembroke Road, Concord, NH 03301. For questions, contact Craig Rennie.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources | State of New Hampshire in NH, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Craig Rennie at (603) 271-3254. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Mobilization and Demobilization; Removal of approximately 11, 300 feet of railroad track (22, 600 feet of rail length) rail, Joint bars, And all other rail components plates and transported to the NHDOT rail yard in Whitefield NH; Tie removal and disposal in proper facility for entire project length. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bethlehem, NH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.