The State of Massachusetts is soliciting bids for the complete replacement of the Webster Avenue bridge (Bridge S‑17‑016) crossing the MBTA commuter rail and Boston & Maine Railroad in Somerville. The contract encompasses demolition of the existing structure, construction of a new single‑span steel‑plate‑girder bridge with concrete deck, utility relocations, site work, traffic control, environmental mitigation, and associated ancillary works such as guardrails, lighting, and landscaping. The project is funded at $12.016 million and requires compliance with MassDOT, MBTA, and environmental regulations, including labor‑participation goals and Buy‑America provisions.
• Demolition of existing bridge superstructure and abutments.
• Design‑build of new steel‑plate‑girder bridge with concrete deck, sidewalks, bike lane, and curb‑to‑curb roadway.
• Coordination and relocation of multiple utilities (electric, gas, water, sewer, telecom, fire‑alarm, MBTA rail utilities).
• Comprehensive traffic management, temporary fencing, signage, and paving works.
• Environmental health & safety plan, asbestos handling, geotechnical monitoring, and compliance with prevailing‑wage and minority‑participation requirements.