RailTieTurnouts
ONTC North Bay, Ontario
Rail and tie installation/surfacing program (RFP 2023 002) across the ONTC network, including turnouts and large-scale disposal of heritage ties.
Scope
- Track tie and switch tie replacement.
- Rail upgrades, surfacing, and new turnouts.
- Scrap tie cleanup and disposal (~1,000,000 ties over 3 years).
Program Notes
Platinum Track Services Inc is the only railroad contractor to complete 100% of the scheduled work program for this annual program, while also performing additional work required by ONTC.
Local Engagement
- Local fuel & lubricant suppliers
- Motels
- Mobile field mechanic services
- Repair shops
- Parts suppliers
- Local trucking companies
- Local disposal companies
- Restaurants
- Grocery stores
- ONR Train service to Moosonee
- ONR bus service
- Local excavation and grading contractors
- Machine shops
- Communication services
- Safety supply outlets
- Local butchers and farmers
- Local taxi services
- Donated to local food bank services
Outcome
100% of scheduled work completed with additional tasks delivered across the three-year program.
Project StatusCompleted
Rail
72.56 miles
Ties
185,329
Turnouts
17 installed
Project Date
November 12, 2025







