Amtrak Initiates RFQ process for Texas High Speed Rail

[Cal]

Sorry if this has already been posted, but it looks like Amtrak has started the process to find a firm to provide "programmatic support for the development and execution of the Texas High Speed Rail Project." The document mentions at top speed of 205MPH for a 90 minute trip. I don't have a link to the full document, these are just from two small screenshots.

 

[Paniolo Man]

I'm surprised and happy that this project is still breathing.

I assume that since it is an Amtrak project now, Texas Central's plans to use JR Shinkansen equipment are probably out the window.

 

[Tom C]

This is what they hired Andy Byford to spearhead. Hope for success. This is a great market for Amtrak to try to build especially given the politics!

 

[Rover]

Sorry if this has already been posted, but it looks like Amtrak has started the process to find a firm to provide "programmatic support for the development and execution of the Texas High Speed Rail Project." The document mentions at top speed of 205MPH for a 90 minute trip. I don't have a link to the full document, these are just from two small screenshots.

I read about it here:

https://www.kbtx.com/2025/02/27/amt...vance-houston-dallas-high-speed-rail-project/

Amtrak appears to be gaining momentum as it moves forward with plans to develop a high-speed rail line between Dallas and Houston, launching a procurement process to select a Delivery Partner for the project.

Texas Rail Advocates first reported the latest development, which marks a significant step in advancing the long-planned rail line.

The Texas High-Speed Rail (HSR) Project promises to provide a 90-minute trip between the Lone Star State’s two largest cities, reaching up to 205 miles per hour along a 240-mile route that includes a stop in the Brazos Valley.

According to Amtrak, the delivery partner will be responsible for providing “advice, leadership, and support” to facilitate the execution of the project. According to the request, this firm will not design or construct the rail system, however, it will play a key role in program management, construction oversight, stakeholder coordination, procurement, and quality management.

Amtrak says the partner must be “aware of and willing to enter into incentive/disincentive compensation structures to ensure the Project is delivered in the most innovative and cost-efficient manner.”