Current User: Home Biznet Menu Log In/Out Search Search Results Results Detail SCP Solicitation Details State Contracting Portal Solicitation Details Organization Capitol Region Council of Governments Project/Solicitation # Economic Impact Study-Proposed Rail Improvements Solicitation Type Request for Proposal Due Date 04/01/2020 Includes SBE/MBE Requirements NO Qualified Partnership NO Summary Economic Impact Study-Proposed Rail Improvements Contact Name Tim Malone E-Mail tmalone@crcog.org Phone (860) 724-4221 FAX WebSite http://www.crcog.org/ Additional Description The Capitol Region Council of Governments (CRCOG) intends to hire a consultant(s)to conduct an economic impact study of proposed rail improvements in the region and connecting to the region.Following the opening of the Hartford Line rail service, the
region gained a frequent commuter rail link to New York City. Proposed track and station improvements would provide frequent commuter rail service between Hartford and Springfield. A study is underway in Massachusettsto analyze the feasibility of providing commuter rail service between Springfield and Worcester (where an existing rail line connects to Boston).While standard benefic-cost analyses have been conducted for previous rail investments, and one will be conducted for new investments, nostudy has looked at the potential for broader economic benefits, such as increased development in station areasor greater attraction to the labor force.An understanding of such benefits is essential to fully assessing which investments will be the most impactful.CRCOG will procure consultant services in accordance with the established policy of CRCOG. The project will commence upon selection of a consultant and issuance of a notice to proceed. Documents CRCOG Economic Impact Study of Proposed Rail Improvements The Capitol Region Council of Governments (CRCOG) intends to hire a consultant(s) to conduct an economic impact study of proposed rail improvements in the region and connecting to the region. Following the opening of the Hartford Line rail service, the region gained a frequent commuter rail link to New York City. Proposed track and station improvements would provide frequent commuter rail service between Hartford and Springfield. A study is underway in Massachusetts to analyze the feasibility of providing commuter rail service between Springfield and Worcester (where an existing rail line connects to Boston). While standard beneficcost analyses have been conducted for previous rail investments, and one will be conducted for new investments, no study has looked at the potential for broader economic benefits, such as increased development in station areas or greater attraction to the labor force. An understanding of such benefits is essential to fully assessing which investments The Department of Administrative Services - Business Network. Review our Privacy Policy Need to contact us? Send e-mail to DAS Web Design All State disclaimers and permissions apply.