While the US possess the core technical capabilities to pursue this project, it would be sensible to draw on the experience and advice of countries with substantial rail electrification. Switzerland is a country with a reputation for an efficient and well run system, with an enviable safety record, so Swiss rail professionals with experience in construction and operation of electrified rail systems would be a useful resource to draw upon.

One benefit of the Steel Interstate Development Authority approach is that the Development Authority may be more likely to bring in outside expertise.