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NJ TRANSIT ADVANCES IMPROVEMENTS AT MAHWAH STATION

Invitation for Bid Released for Critical State of Good Repair Work at Mahwah Township Train Station

March 23, 2023                                                                                          

NEWARK, NJ – NJ TRANSIT is moving forward with plans to revitalize Mahwah train station to enhance the customer experience. Phase One of this project will include critical state of good repair work to the station’s roof, replacement of retaining walls and electrical and lighting upgrades. These improvements will preserve the building’s historic aesthetic while also enhancing a central piece of Mahwah Township’s downtown.

“NJ TRANSIT’s continuous focus on maintaining the system in a state of good repair ensures continued safe and reliable service for New Jersey residents,” said New Jersey Department of Transportation Commissioner and NJ TRANSIT Board Chair Diane Gutierrez-Scaccetti.  “Capital investment in this important station project will be a benefit for the local community and for our customers.”

“The improvements coming to our Mahwah Station will provide an enhanced travel experience for all those customers who depend on it every day,” said NJ TRANSIT President & CEO Kevin S. Corbett. “Train stations throughout our system are often the first touchpoint in a customer’s journey, and we are committed to ensuring these vital transit hubs deliver the best possible experience for our customers and the communities they serve.”

“The Mahwah train station is an important and vital part of our beautiful town,” said Mahwah Mayor Jim Wysocki.  “We are relieved that NJ TRANSIT has placed Mahwah in their 5-year capital investment plan to restore the beauty and safety of Mahwah’s beloved and historical train station.  We look forward to the restoration and getting the station back to it’s full, intended use for our residents and commuters.”

As part of the procurement process, NJ TRANSIT has released an Invitation For Bid for critical state of good repair work that includes:

  • Roof Repairs to include new framing, gutters, downspouts, roof sheathing replacement and rafter repair and replacement.

  • Retaining Wall & Site Work to include replacement of a retaining wall including north stairs, concrete work and associated landscaping.

  • Electrical Work to include re-location of the Ticket Vending Machine and electrical equipment and lighting upgrades below the roof ceiling over the arcade columns.

About NJ TRANSIT

NJ TRANSIT is the nation's largest statewide public transportation system providing more than 925,000 weekday trips on 253 bus routes, three light rail lines, 12 commuter rail lines and through Access Link paratransit service. It is the third largest transit system in the country with 166 rail stations, 62 light rail stations and more than 19,000 bus stops linking major points in New Jersey, New York and Philadelphia.