Regional Capital Program

Capital programming is a core function of the RTA. RTA and the Service Boards have worked to articulate as well as advance a capital strategy for transit projects in the Chicagoland region.

Priority Projects have been identified by the Service Boards. These priority projects are updated on an annual basis. This page shows details about the funding for each priority project.

The 2024-2028 5-Year Regional Capital Program includes over 250 projects that are advancing many of these Priority Projects. The capital projects are shown in the table below, organized by Priority Project and can also be seen in a mapped form on the RTA Capital Projects Dashboard. Each project listing shows the amount of funding programmed in the 2024-2028 Regional Capital Program. Beginning with the 2024-2028 Capital Program, projects are evaluated based on 15 measures which were identified in the new Regional Transit Strategic Plan, Transit is the Answer. All projects in the 2024-2028 program show the detailed evaluations in this site.

The metrics include evaluations of Equity and Accessibility which are used in the performance-based allocation process. The region has committed to dedicating 20% of programmed funds to projects that fulfill the regional goals of improving equity and accessibility for 2025 and beyond as a part of the new performance-based capital allocation process

The Service Boards have met and exceeded the 20% goal for the 2025-2028 budget years.

Detailed analysis of the capital evaluation metrics is included in the Regional Transit Operating Budget and Capital Program

Read more about RTA’s capital programming activities here.

Project Management Oversite (PMO) data is provided for projects that are being actively monitored by the PMO group. Data included current activities, start and end date and budget and schedule status. The following page has a full list of active PMO projects.

Agency Sort descending Priority Project Mode 2024 Funding 2024-2028 Funding 10 Year Funding Needed 10 Year Unfunded Need
+ CTA Bus Garage Improvements Bus $0 $0 $248,090,000 $248,090,000

Provide repairs at bus maintenance garages and shops

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2024 Funding 2024-2028 Funding PMO
+ Bus Hoist Replacement Program Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $0

Project Details

Description
Project will support an updated assessment of the bus hoists to determine which may need replacement, as well as design and construction for those locations.This funding will provide for the purchase and installation of bus hoists at five CTA bus garages.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $15,000,000 $0 $0 $15,000,000

Last Updated 03.15.2023

+ Improve Facilities - Electric Bus Program Planning Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $0

Project Details

Description
CTA has committed to a full electrification of the bus fleet by 2040, providing significant air quality improvements to the region and the immediate vicinity of the garage facilities. To implement the program, the garages will need to be converted to allow for routing servicing / charging of the buses as well as new maintenance requirements. The work will generally involve significant electrical upgrades, installation of charger infrastructure, and general updates to the facility to support the conversion to an electric fleet.The primary locations for the electric charger upgrades will be within all of the CTA bus garages. Secondary locations will be on route charging at major terminals to support the longer bus routes. A study is ongoing to recommend network options and charging requirements. Additionally, load flow studies will be required at all of the garages to properly determine the specific charging needs.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $44,599,730 $0 $0 $44,599,730

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ North Park Garage – Building Demolition Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $0

Project Details

Description
Project will cover the building demolition and site restoration of 5323 N. Kedzie.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $177,485 $0 $0 $177,485

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ CTA Critical Needs at CTA Facilities System $0 $10,000,000 $118,533,935 $108,533,935

Roof and other upgrades to maintenance facilities

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2024 Funding 2024-2028 Funding PMO
+ Facilities Critical Needs Support Facilities & Equipment System $0 $10,000,000

Project Details

Description
Address the most immediate critical needs at CTA facilities systemwide to enable their safe and reliable operation.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $10,000,000 $10,000,000
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $10,578,000 $0 $10,000,000 $20,578,000

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Facilities Critical Needs - Forest Glen Building Demolition Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $0 ✔︎

Project Details

Description
The purpose of this project is to eliminate building maintenance costs and security liabilities to CTA associated with the vacant buildings at the Forest Glen Bus Garage (located at 5353 W. Armstrong Avenue and 5601 N. Elston Avenue), as well as to provide additional capacity for bus parking at the Forest Glen Bus Garage. The project scope includes demolition of the buildings at 5353 W. Armstrong Avenue, 5601 N. Elston Avenue, and the existing salt shed (all currently owned by the CTA).
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $0 $0 $0

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$7,366,852
On Budget
Behind Schedule

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status
Both of the vacant buildings have been demolished and the debris has been removed from the site. Fencing has been installed around the vacant lot. This project was significantly delayed due to the extensive environmental abatement process that was not initially anticipated. Final invoicing related to this process is outstanding. This is the final report on this project.

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Facilities Critical Needs - Kedzie Bus Garage Façade Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $0 ✔︎

Project Details

Description
The project will retain a DoR firm to complete a comprehensive assessment of the structure’s exterior envelope to develop remediation and/or replacement plans for concerns regarding the exterior brick veneer delaminating from the backing block. The work will include detailing for caulking, flashing, or other treatments to prevent future similar issues from occurring due to water infiltration. Construction will repair portions of the brick that have fallen from the structure and other repairs to prevent recurrence of the failure.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $1,875,813 $0 $0 $1,875,813

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$6,596,514
On Budget
On Schedule

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status
The design for the project has been completed. Notice to Proceed for construction was issued in February 2023. The general contractor is working on submittals and mobilizing for field work.

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ CTA CTA OFPS - Equipment (Lease) - VENTRA System $82,990,931 $82,990,931 $141,675,000 $58,684,069

Support the VENTRA System

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2024 Funding 2024-2028 Funding PMO
+ CTA Open Fare Payment System - Equipment (Lease) - VENTRA Support Facilities & Equipment System $0 $0 ✔︎

Project Details

Description
CTA Open Fare Payment System - Equipment (Lease) - VENTRA: funds will provide in part for the principal and interest of the agreement need for the Open Fare Standard equipment, hardware, and software costs.The contractor (Cubic) costs including, but are not limited to, expenses incurred to design, build, finance, operate, maintain, repair and replace the equipment, the software and the Open Standards Fare System, and provide the Services, in accordance with the specifications and performance at the service levels and perform any other obligations pursuant to this Agreement.The capital share of the annual Base component cost is $15 million which provides for necessary design, testing, purchase and installation of assets such as the following: Ventra Vending Machines, Mobile Data Validators (readers), Driver Terminal Displays, retail terminals, and B26all software applications, and back-end hardware.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $30,000,000 $0 $0 $30,000,000

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$60,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status
This project is for the 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 annual equipment lease. The annual 2023 payments for the equipment lease began and will continue to make payments.

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Ventra 3.0 Upgrade Support Facilities & Equipment System $82,990,931 $82,990,931

Project Details

Description
Funding will provide for the complete overhaul of the Open Standards Fare System (OSFS), called Ventra. This will be the first major overhaul of this complex technology tool in nearly 10 years. The Ventra system was initially launched in 2013/2014 and since that time, fare collection technology has drastically improved, due in large part of the Ventra system. The Ventra upgrade or Ventra 3 project will move CTA, Pace and Metra onto a modern, open architecture platform that harnesses technology enhancements and fare system advancements from the past ten years.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $82,990,931 $0 $82,990,931
Total $0 $82,990,931 $0 $82,990,931

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ CTA Electric Bus Infrastructure Program Bus $24,610,000 $157,610,000 $330,287,270 $172,677,270

Electric bus infrastructure upgrades necessary to begin transition to electrify CTA's bus service. Full electric conversion of Chicago and 103rd Garages, Chargers installation, and 95th Substation upgrades.

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2024 Funding 2024-2028 Funding PMO
+ 95th Street Terminal Electrification Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $7,600,000 $7,600,000

Project Details

Description
Project will install bus charging equipment at the 95th Street Terminal with associated electrical upgrades at the 95th Street rail traction power substation to support the equipment.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $7,600,000 $0 $7,600,000
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $25,000,000 $7,600,000 $0 $32,600,000

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Bus Garage Electricfication - Chicago Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $17,010,000 $17,010,000

Project Details

Description
The project will provide for the necessary electrical, communications, and life safety system modernization at the Chicago Bus Garage to support the ongoing fleet conversion. This is a share of funding necessary for full upgrade to modify the Chicago Avenue bus garage. When engineering assessment and design criteria are complete, construction work can proceed with the first of CTA system bus garages. Order of magnitude estimate for Chicago Garage work is $100.0M, complete estimate will come from the engineering assessment.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $17,010,000 $0 $17,010,000
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $28,573,334 $17,010,000 $0 $45,583,334

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Bus Garage Electrification - 103rd Garage Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $133,000,000

Project Details

Description
Provides funds for the design and construction for the full electrification of the 103rd Street Bus Garage as part of the e-Bus implementation.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $133,000,000 $133,000,000
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $0 $133,000,000 $133,000,000

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ CTA Elevated Track and Structure Systemwide Rail $9,595,891 $38,383,564 $380,000,000 $341,616,436

Preform elevated track and structure maintenance activities to keep the fleet in a state of good repair.

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2024 Funding 2024-2028 Funding PMO
+ 2020 - Elevated Track and Structure Maintenance Systemwide Track & Structure Rail $0 $0 ✔︎

Project Details

Description
Elevated Track and Structure Systemwide - Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects for various Infrastructure units such as Track, Structure and Power. When certain maintenance tasks are needed to repair or replace asset components in order to maintain the working life of rail system, specific component campaign work is conducted. Capital maintenance work is targeted at the following areas: Elevated Track and Structure - repair/rehabilitate track and structure elements in order to eliminate slow zones and upgrade the right-of-way along the elevated structure throughout the rail system. Traction Power Substations - program that repairs and upgrades equipment at various traction power substations currently in service. Tactical upgrades correct deficiencies and avoid service reductions due to failure and overload of aging equipment. Third Rail and Heavy Traction Power Cables - Preventive maintenance work is performed where necessary to repair/replace heavy traction power cables that feed the third rail along the tracks currently in service at various locations throughout the rail system. Rail Signal Systems - Program provides for signal equipment repair along the rail right-of-way, signal equipment on rail cars, and the reconstruction of electronic components of the signal system, including relays and circuit boards. As necessary dedicated small renewals and system modifications are also completed. All work is planned/performed to maintain the asset(s) in proper working order through its quarter life cycle, while a more extensive rehabilitation is planned at the mid-life of the asset.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $0 $0 $0

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$38,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status
Track and structure work was completed, and final billing remains. This will be the final update on this project.

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ 2021 - Elevated Track and Structure Maintenance Systemwide Track & Structure Rail $0 $0 ✔︎

Project Details

Description
Elevated Track and Structure Systemwide - Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects for various Infrastructure units such as Track, Structure and Power. When certain maintenance tasks are needed to repair or replace asset components in order to maintain the working life of rail system, specific component campaign work is conducted. Capital maintenance work is targeted at the following areas: Elevated Track and Structure - repair/rehabilitate track and structure elements in order to eliminate slow zones and upgrade the right-of-way along the elevated structure throughout the rail system. Traction Power Substations - program that repairs and upgrades equipment at various traction power substations currently in service. Tactical upgrades correct deficiencies and avoid service reductions due to failure and overload of aging equipment. Third Rail and Heavy Traction Power Cables - Preventive maintenance work is performed where necessary to repair/replace heavy traction power cables that feed the third rail along the tracks currently in service at various locations throughout the rail system. Rail Signal Systems - Program provides for signal equipment repair along the rail right-of-way, signal equipment on rail cars, and the reconstruction of electronic components of the signal system, including relays and circuit boards. As necessary dedicated small renewals and system modifications are also completed. All work is planned/performed to maintain the asset(s) in proper working order through its quarter life cycle, while a more extensive rehabilitation is planned at the mid-life of the asset.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $0 $0 $0

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$38,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status
Track and structure improvements for this project were completed in this reporting period. Major elements included, but were not limited to, ironworkers; track, signal and utilities work. Final invoices remain. This will be the final update on this project.

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ 2022 - Elevated Track and Structure Maintenance Systemwide Track & Structure Rail $0 $0 ✔︎

Project Details

Description
Elevated Track and Structure Systemwide - Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects for various Infrastructure units such as Track, Structure and Power. When certain maintenance tasks are needed to repair or replace asset components in order to maintain the working life of rail system, specific component campaign work is conducted. Capital maintenance work is targeted at the following areas: Elevated Track and Structure - repair/rehabilitate track and structure elements in order to eliminate slow zones and upgrade the right-of-way along the elevated structure throughout the rail system. Traction Power Substations - program that repairs and upgrades equipment at various traction power substations currently in service. Tactical upgrades correct deficiencies and avoid service reductions due to failure and overload of aging equipment. Third Rail and Heavy Traction Power Cables - Preventive maintenance work is performed where necessary to repair/replace heavy traction power cables that feed the third rail along the tracks currently in service at various locations throughout the rail system. Rail Signal Systems - Program provides for signal equipment repair along the rail right-of-way, signal equipment on rail cars, and the reconstruction of electronic components of the signal system, including relays and circuit boards. As necessary dedicated small renewals and system modifications are also completed. All work is planned/performed to maintain the asset(s) in proper working order through its quarter life cycle, while a more extensive rehabilitation is planned at the mid-life of the asset.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $38,000,000 $0 $0 $38,000,000

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$38,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status
Track and structure improvements ongoing. Major elements include, but are not limited to, ironworkers; track, signal and utilities work. CTA purchasing is continuing to work on obtaining more materials for the project and continue to submit contract documentation for approval.

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ 2023 - Elevated Track and Structure Maintenance Systemwide Track & Structure Rail $0 $0 ✔︎

Project Details

Description
Elevated Track and Structure Systemwide - Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects for various Infrastructure units such as Track, Structure and Power. When certain maintenance tasks are needed to repair or replace asset components in order to maintain the working life of rail system, specific component campaign work is conducted. Capital maintenance work is targeted at the following areas:Elevated Track and Structure - repair/rehabilitate track and structure elements in order to eliminate slow zones and upgrade the right-of-way along the elevated structure throughout the rail system.Traction Power Substations - program that repairs and upgrades equipment at various traction power substations currently in service. Tactical upgrades correct deficiencies and avoid service reductions due to failure and overload of aging equipment. Third Rail and Heavy Traction Power Cables - Preventive maintenance work is performed where necessary to repair/replace heavy traction power cables that feed the third rail along the tracks currently in service at various locations throughout the rail system. Rail Signal Systems - Program provides for signal equipment repair along the rail right-of-way, signal equipment on rail cars, and the reconstruction of electronic components of the signal system, including relays and circuit boards. As necessary dedicated small renewals and system modifications are also completed. All work is planned/performed to maintain the asset(s) in proper working order through its quarter life cycle, while a more extensive rehabilitation is planned at the mid-life of the asset.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $38,000,000 $0 $0 $38,000,000

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$38,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status
Track and structure improvements ongoing. Major elements include, but are not limited to, ironworkers; track, signal and utilities work.

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ 2024 - Elevated Track and Structure Maintenance Systemwide Track & Structure Rail $9,595,891 $38,383,564

Project Details

Description
Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects for various Infrastructure units such as Track, Structure and Power. When certain maintenance tasks are needed to repair or replace asset components in order to maintain the working life of rail system, specific component campaign work is conducted. Capital maintenance work is targeted at the following areas: Elevated Track and Structure - repair/rehabilitate track and structure elements in order to eliminate slow zones and upgrade the right-of-way along the elevated structure throughout the rail system. Traction Power Substations - program that repairs and upgrades equipment at various traction power substations currently in service. Tactical upgrades correct deficiencies and avoid service reductions due to failure and overload of aging equipment. Third Rail and Heavy Traction Power Cables - Preventive maintenance work is performed where necessary to repair/replace heavy traction power cables that feed the third rail along the tracks currently in service at various locations throughout the rail system. Rail Signal Systems - Program provides for signal equipment repair along the rail right-of-way, signal equipment on rail cars, and the reconstruction of electronic components of the signal system, including relays and circuit boards. As necessary dedicated small renewals and system modifications are also completed. All work is planned/performed to maintain the asset(s) in proper working order through its quarter life cycle, while a more extensive rehabilitation is planned at the mid-life of the asset.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $9,595,891 $28,787,673 $38,383,564
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $9,595,891 $28,787,673 $38,383,564

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ CTA Farebox System System $23,811,109 $23,811,109 $35,301,259 $11,490,150

The new farebox system will replace the current 37-year-old obsolete system and associated infrastructure with a modern bus farebox collection process.

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2024 Funding 2024-2028 Funding PMO
+ Farebox Replacement Support Facilities & Equipment System $23,811,109 $23,811,109

Project Details

Description
The new Farebox system will reduce in-service defects, improve network security by upgrading the data reporting system, reduce counterfeit bill transactions, and improve the efficiency of portable farebox operations for special events, while providing a more accurate location and complete ridership data picture of cash- paying customers.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $23,811,109 $0 $23,811,109
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $6,154,321 $23,811,109 $0 $29,965,430

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ CTA Green Line Improvements Rail $0 $0 $645,293,069 $645,293,069

Track, structural, station, and power improvements

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2024 Funding 2024-2028 Funding PMO
+ Englewood Racine Green Line Station Feasibilty Study (EPI) Track & Structure Rail $0 $0

Project Details

Description
Study to determine the possiblity of reopening the Green Line Racine Station in Englewood
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $2,778,500 $0 $0 $2,778,500

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Green Line - Lake Street Bridge Track & Structure Rail $0 $0 ✔︎

Project Details

Description
The Green Line Improvements project will largely focus on track replacement and structural repairs.This funding would support track improvements on both sides of the Lake Street Bridge, which isscheduled to be completely replaced by the Chicago Department of Transportation in 2023. The scopeof the project will include: improve the curve geometry on the east side of the bridge; replace thetimber ties and rail fasteners, install new gauge planking, replace equipment at both the east and westturnouts, and replace structural steel framing for the three side platforms adjacent to the track.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $0 $0 $0

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$7,025,296
On Budget
Behind Schedule

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status
The Notice to Proceed for the designer was issued in February 2022. The design activities are nearing completion. Coordination efforts with CDOT are ongoing. Once the CTA design is completed it will be on hold until CDOT finishes their portion of the design in order to align the timeline for construction activities.

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Green Line Improvements - 59th Junction Track & Structure Rail $0 $0

Project Details

Description
Replacement of special track work and adjacent mainline trackwork at Green Line 59th Junction. Rehab of track surves over the Dan Ryan Expressway, and rehabilitation of track on adjacent bridges over the Norfolk Southern and Metra Train lines.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $21,911,108 $0 $0 $21,911,108

Last Updated 03.15.2023

+ Green Line Improvements - Station Repairs to Green West and South Track & Structure Rail $0 $0

Project Details

Description
The Green Line Improvements project will largely focus on track replacement and structural repairs.This funding will improve Green line infrastructure including track, substations, traction power cable replacements, stations, and all local traction power cables throughout the line system.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $1,447,966 $0 $0 $1,447,966

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ Green Line Jackson Park Branch Trackwork Track & Structure Rail $0 $0 ✔︎

Project Details

Description
The Green Line Improvements project will largely focus on track replacement and structural repairs. FY 2020 funding will improve Green line infrastructure improvements including Track, Substations, Traction Power Cable Replacement and all local traction power cables throughout the line system.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $0 $0 $0

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$12,855,446
On Budget
On Schedule

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status
Work under this project started in April 2021. The work is being performed by CTA in-house work forces. Activities related to tie replacement, cross grinder and flange replacements are ongoing. Material purchases are also ongoing.

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Lake Street Line (Track and Structure) Track & Structure Rail $0 $0

Project Details

Description
Track renewal work focusing on the Lake Street elevated tracks from Ada Street to the Abutment West of Laramie Avenue. This work builds upon the recent track renewal work completed from Harlem to Laramie Avenue.The specific area of work within this segment of track will be determine based on funding availability and the condition of track. This provides for the initial installment of funds that are required for a significantly larger investment to complete work. Additional phased funding will be required to complete the entire segment of Track.Scope includes replacement of ties, fasteners, timber guards, contact rail chairs, footwalks, handrails, track planking, selective running and contact rail, including at special trackwork and the middle track locations. The scope also includes improved curve geometry, running rail grinding, and incidental signal/traction power work. Lake Street
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $11,408,000 $0 $0 $11,408,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ CTA Information Technology System $15,151,168 $49,912,911 $108,565,341 $58,652,430

Improvement of business processes and systems

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2024 Funding 2024-2028 Funding PMO
+ Bus Yard Intrusion Detection System Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $0

Project Details

Description
Project calls for a comprehensive intrusion detection system and real-time video surveillance system at each of CTA’s bus garages/yards.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $3,370,890 $0 $0 $3,370,890

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Critical Power Substation Physical Security Hardening Support Facilities & Equipment System $0 $0

Project Details

Description
The goal is to create a comprehensive yet sustainable solution that ultimately prevents, detects, tracks, authorizes, and responds to all human activity around the substations.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $3,989,654 $0 $0 $3,989,654

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Cyber Security Network Hardening Support Facilities & Equipment System $0 $0

Project Details

Description
The vision for CTA’s Cyber Security Network Hardening is to operationalize a secure and sustainable program of mitigation and risk reduction for CTA’s critical infrastructure and the control, command, and communications systems that are needed to provide transit services for commuters, tourists, and others depending on CTA every day.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $3,202,000 $0 $0 $3,202,000

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Implement Security Projects - HLS Program Support Facilities & Equipment System $6,000,000 $30,000,000

Project Details

Description
Implement Security Projects (HLS Program): This program provides competitive funding to public transportation agencies to protect critical high-risk surface transportation and the traveling public from acts of terrorism and to increase the resilience of transit infrastructure with eligibility based on daily ridership of transit systems serving key high-threat urban areas. It has identified critical infrastructure assets that are vital to the functionality and continuity of major high risk transit systems and whose incapacitation or destruction would have a debilitating effect on national security, public health, safety, or any combination thereof.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $6,000,000 $24,000,000 $30,000,000
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $647,520 $6,000,000 $24,000,000 $30,647,520

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Information Technology - Bus Router Replacements (MP070's) Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $4,200,000

Project Details

Description
The purpose of this project is to perform a technological refresh of the bus routers to ensure bus communications network and data management is optimized. This refresh would be applied to the entire fleet of buses. Target 2024 to have hardware replaced and start refresh project. To provide the CTA transit buses entirely new communications router and management platform by transitioning tocommercially available standard and supported hardware. Maintain annual support agreements with vendors solely dedicated to mobile communication providing a longevity and overall support cost savings.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $4,200,000 $4,200,000
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $0 $4,200,000 $4,200,000

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Information Technology - Hastus Upgrade Support Facilities & Equipment System $1,000,000 $1,000,000

Project Details

Description
The purpose of this project is to upgrade to Hastus Version 2022 (or later) to ensure bus and rail scheduling utilizes the advanced scheduling tools Hastus provides to provide 24/7 transit service to CTA riders. This scheduling software utilizes customized rules based on CTA's union rules and also current transit industry trends. Target October 2022 to have hardware in place and start software upgrade project. The current Hastus contract with vendor GIRO requires CTA to begin the update project in Oct 2022 by providing a notice to proceed order in Q4 2022. Delays may result in change orders by the vendor. The CTA uses Hastus software to optimize the efficiency of bus and rail vehicle and crew schedules. Hastus software has been the agency’s exclusive transit scheduling tool since 1999 and CTA has been upgrading its Hastus version every 4-5 years to keep up with the industry trends and improved practices. Hastus is used for bus schedule changes four times annually, and for rail schedule changes, twice annually. In addition, Hastus is used to generate supplemental schedules associated with school trips and special events. Hastus provides critical interfaces for CTA’s operations, bidding - TOPSsystem, Customer Timetables, Clever works and on other budget functions for external stakeholders. Over the course of the 20 years with Hastus, CTA has made significant investments in customizations with each new version and intends to upgrade to the latest version in 2022 to take advantages of the better algorithms and industry trends available at that time.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $1,000,000 $0 $1,000,000
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $1,000,000 $0 $1,000,000

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Information Technology - IVN3/IVN4 Replacement Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $2,601,168 $2,601,168

Project Details

Description
The purpose of this project is to perform a technological refresh of the IVNs (Intelligent Vehicle Network) computer system on bus to ensure bus communications network and data management is optimized. This refresh would be applied to the entire fleet of buses. Target 2023 to have hardware replaced and start refresh project. To provide a technology refresh cycle all IVN (Intelligence Vehicle Network)computers on board the CTA Bus Fleet currently active in the Bus transportation field operations with new IVN5 models.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $2,601,168 $0 $2,601,168
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $2,561,703 $2,601,168 $0 $5,162,871

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Information Technology - IVN3/IVN4 Replacement - CAD Upgrade Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $0 $0

Project Details

Description
The IVN replacement is a part of the overall project where CTA will also implement a Disruption Management System module, acquire Mobile CAD licenses, associated hardware, and provide for project development.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $10,972,956 $0 $0 $10,972,956

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Information Technology - MMIS Upgrade Support Facilities & Equipment System $2,500,000 $2,500,000

Project Details

Description
The MMIS application is used for managing repairs and issuing parts to the CTA Bus and Rail fleet. The last upgrade of this application started in 2016 with target completion of 2018. By 2022, this version of the MMIS product will no longer be supported by Trapeze, the vendor of the MMIS application. This request is for the next anticipated major upgrade for this mission critical software. Without the upgrade CTA will not be entitled to fixes and support of this application and can be in danger of operating this critical software with risk of bugs or failureswithout a means to resolve them. Theexpected length of time for this upgrade is 18 months. This project will be to upgrade the MMIS application, and its related hardware. This includes upgrading the MMIS application, Documoto Cloud application, all various interfaces between the applications and other enterprise applicationslike TOPS, ERP, Clever etc. The hardware infrastructure for the MMIS servers (Dev, Test, Training, PROD) will need to be upgraded. The 256 KIOSKS spread across the various CTA facilities will need to be upgraded.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $2,500,000 $0 $2,500,000
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $2,500,000 $0 $2,500,000

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Information Technology - Technology Upgrades Rail Engineering & Maintenance Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $50,000 $200,000

Project Details

Description
Various Technology upgrades, such as: Replace RETS engineer computers with ones similar to Infrastructure Engineering at 567 be able to run CAD including using 3D modeling software (SolidWorks, CATIA, Polyworks). Needed for new car programs for which vendors increasingly are providing files in these formats. Improve Skokie server capacity for storage of larger files related to new car/overhaul programs, incident investigations. WiFi at various shops to allow class material to be accessible remotely from various classrooms and shops; live or remote demonstrations via classrooms will assist with troubleshooting and learning. New laptops are needed for instructors to properly address troubleshooting, event recorder and diagnostics. Tablets for repairers connected via WiFi to MMIS to allow easy access to maintenance manuals/bulletins/etc, quick parts ordering and work order updates.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $50,000 $150,000 $200,000
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $50,000 $150,000 $200,000

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Information Technology - TOPS Upgrade II Support Facilities & Equipment System $0 $1,500,000

Project Details

Description
To upgrade TOPS to Version 2025 or higher. In order to be on the most recent software refresh and technological architecture the TOPS applications should be upgraded every 3-4 years to utilize the latest software algorithms and better means of doing business. The current contract with Trapeze calls for 2 different TOPS upgrade. This request is for the 2nd TOPS upgrade request. This project will be to upgrade the TOPS application, and its related hardware. This includes upgrading the TOPS application, Viewpoint application, and the several interfaces with other enterprise applications like TOPS, ERP, Hastus, LMS etc. The hardware infrastructure for the TOPS servers (Dev, Test, Training, PROD) will need to be upgraded along with The Tap / SIT boxes that are spread across the various CTA facilities will also need to be upgraded.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $1,500,000 $1,500,000
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $0 $1,500,000 $1,500,000

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Rail Station Video Management Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $0 $0

Project Details

Description
This project identifies needs for the complete upgrade and cyber security mitigation of CTA’s CCTV video management system across the rail system. Recent cyber security threat and vulnerability assessment (TVA) findings determined the existing video system has significant cyber vulnerabilities with the operating systems, is beyond useful life and is no longer supported. It is necessary to upgrade the video capture and storage infrastructure at over 200 rail facilities. The system upgrade will address cyber security vulnerabilities with unsupported and insecure Windows XP and Windows 7 operating systems.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $4,913,000 $0 $0 $4,913,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ Transit Cyber Security Support Facilities & Equipment System $0 $0

Project Details

Description
This project calls for the implementation of a comprehensive Transit Cyber Security and Risk Mitigation Project within the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA). Project will include the upgrade, modernization, and hardening of CTA’s core firewall and network infrastructure, adding cyber security tools and services to identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover from and against cyber threats and vulnerabilities. The project will address findings, recommendations, and best practices from recent Threat and Vulnerability Assessments (TVA) and specifically target CTA systems potentially vulnerable from the global Solarwinds hack of 2020.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $3,912,000 $0 $0 $3,912,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ Upgrade Computer Systems - (TOPS, Enterprise Systems) Support Facilities & Equipment System $0 $0

Project Details

Description
To upgrade TOPS to Version 2025 or higher. In order to be on the most recent software refresh and technological architecture the TOPS applications should be upgraded every 3-4 years to utilize the latest software algorithms and better means of doing business. The current contract with Trapeze calls for 2 different TOPS upgrade. This request is for the 2nd TOPS upgrade request. This project will be to upgrade the TOPS application, and its related hardware. This includes upgrading the TOPS application, Viewpoint application, and the several interfaces with other enterprise applications like TOPS, ERP, Hastus, LMS etc. The hardware infrastructure for the TOPS servers (Dev, Test, Training, PROD) will need to be upgraded along with The Tap / SIT boxes that are spread across the various CTA facilities will also need to be upgraded.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $1,700,000 $0 $0 $1,700,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ Upgrade Office Computer Systems Support Facilities & Equipment System $3,000,000 $3,000,000

Project Details

Description
Funding will provide for the hardware needed for any business-requested upgrades to major IT applications, which may include but not be limited to MMIS, Filemaker Pro, Hyperion, and QuickTrack. This project will also provide for the continued upgrade/replacement of desktop computers, printers servers, software, and associated peripherals.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $3,000,000 $0 $3,000,000
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $3,000,000 $0 $3,000,000

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Upgrade Technology Systems Support Facilities & Equipment System $0 $4,911,743

Project Details

Description
Project scope will provide for the repair/replacement/upgrade of IT devices and/or systems, software or firmware release upgrades, emergency restoration, subject matter expertise (SME) support, and system monitoring.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $4,911,743 $4,911,743
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $0 $4,911,743 $4,911,743

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ CTA Life-Extending Bus Overhaul 430 (1000 series) Bus $6,737,430 $6,737,430 $9,372,083 $2,634,653

Overhauls to maintain sufficient fleet until the first order of replacement buses is received

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2024 Funding 2024-2028 Funding PMO
+ Life Extending Bus Overhaul - 430 Standard (1000 Series) Rolling Stock Bus $6,737,430 $6,737,430 ✔︎

Project Details

Description
Life Extending Overhaul - Up to 430 Standard (1000 Series) - This project will overhaul the engine and other major sub-components to provide the minimal amount of work necessary to keep the fleet going. By end of FY2020 630 buses will have met their estimated 12 year life expectancy. This extension would extend the bus life by four years. The life extension for the 40 foot 1000-1629 New Flyer Bus is essential to keeping a majority of the CTA fleet running in optimal condition. The current fleet of 40 foot NF buses is over 1000 buses. This project is essential to meet availability requirements for CTA. These buses were purchased in 2006-2007 and this life extension is essential to maintaining peak availability requirements at all 7 bus garages.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $6,737,430 $0 $6,737,430
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $25,100,429 $6,737,430 $0 $31,837,859

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$1,893,610
On Budget
On Schedule

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status
The CTA Team drafted technical specs and project scope are under review as of this reporting period. The team completed testing the pilot Haldex air dryers on two buses and the buses were put back in service. The Team continues to complete the project independent cost estimate and release the updated specifications to the Purchasing Department to start the bid review/release process.

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ CTA Maintenance Facilities Rehabilitation System $3,030,281 $12,121,124 $200,000,000 $187,878,876

Perform facilities maintenance activities to keep the fleet in a state of good repair.

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2024 Funding 2024-2028 Funding PMO
+ 2020 - Facilities Maintenance - Systemwide Support Facilities & Equipment System $0 $0 ✔︎

Project Details

Description
Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects at various CTA facilities systemwide. These projects will improve CTA's capacity to maintain stations and improve customer comfort and safety. CTA's Facilities department will identify stations for this targeted preventive maintenance work, driven by regular field audits performed by maintenance staff. Projects currently anticipated for this funding source may include leak remediation and grouting in stations; rehabilitation of CTA elevators and escalators (ADA); ceiling, roof or canopy repair / patching; lighting upgrades; painting and signage, among other items. This work will be performed by CTA maintenance forces with material procured as part of this project. Work will be conducted throughout the system and is considered routine preventive maintenance.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $0 $0 $0

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$12,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status
Facilities improvements is part of an ongoing program. The preventive maintenance reduces the occurrences of defects which occur as a result of water/snow, human error, leaks, asset wear and tear, and bearing failures. This particular part of the program is completed. This will be the final update on this project.

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ 2021 - Facilities Maintenance - Systemwide Support Facilities & Equipment System $0 $0 ✔︎

Project Details

Description
Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects at various CTA facilities systemwide. These projects will improve CTA's capacity to maintain stations and improve customer comfort and safety. CTA's Facilities department will identify stations for this targeted preventive maintenance work, driven by regular field audits performed by maintenance staff. Projects currently anticipated for this funding source may include leak remediation and grouting in stations; rehabilitation of CTA elevators and escalators (ADA); ceiling, roof or canopy repair / patching; lighting upgrades; painting and signage, among other items. This work will be performed by CTA maintenance forces with material procured as part of this project. Work will be conducted throughout the system and is considered routine preventive maintenance.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $0 $0 $0

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$20,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status
The preventive maintenance reduces the occurrences of defects which occur as a result of water/snow, human error, leaks, asset wear and tear, and bearing failures. Facilities improvements were completed during this reporting period. This will be the final update on this project.

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ 2022 - Facilities Maintenance - Systemwide Support Facilities & Equipment System $0 $0 ✔︎

Project Details

Description
Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects at various CTA facilities systemwide. These projects will improve CTA's capacity to maintain stations and improve customer comfort and safety. CTA's Facilities department will identify stations for this targeted preventive maintenance work, driven by regular field audits performed by maintenance staff. Projects currently anticipated for this funding source may include leak remediation and grouting in stations; rehabilitation of CTA elevators and escalators (ADA); ceiling, roof or canopy repair / patching; lighting upgrades; painting and signage, among other items. This work will be performed by CTA maintenance forces with material procured as part of this project. Work will be conducted throughout the system and is considered routine preventive maintenance.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $12,000,000 $0 $0 $12,000,000

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$12,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status
The preventive maintenance reduces the occurrences of defects which occur as a result of water/snow, human error, leaks, asset wear and tear, and bearing failures. Facilities improvements were completed this reporting period and final invoices remain. This will be the final update on this project.

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ 2023 - Facilities Maintenance - Systemwide Support Facilities & Equipment System $0 $0 ✔︎

Project Details

Description
Maintenance Facilities Rehabilitation: Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects at various CTA facilities systemwide. These projects will improve CTA's capacity to maintain stations and improve customer comfort and safety. CTA's Facilities department will identify stations for this targeted preventive maintenance work, driven by regular field audits performed by maintenance staff. Projects currently anticipated for this funding source may include leak remediation and grouting in stations; rehabilitation of CTA elevators and escalators (ADA); ceiling, roof or canopy repair / patching; lighting upgrades; painting and signage, among other items. This work will be performed by CTA maintenance forces with material procured as part of this project. Work will be conducted throughout the system and is considered routine preventive maintenance.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $12,000,000 $0 $0 $12,000,000

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$12,000,000
On Budget
On Schedule

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status
The preventive maintenance reduces the occurrences of defects which occur as a result of water/snow, human error, leaks, asset wear and tear, and bearing failures. Facilities improvements began in this reporting period and maintenance work continues.

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ 2024 Facilities Maintenance - Systemwide Support Facilities & Equipment System $3,030,281 $12,121,124

Project Details

Description
Funding will be targeted at preventive maintenance projects at various CTA facilities systemwide. These projects will improve CTA's capacity to maintain stations and improve customer comfort and safety. CTA's Facilities department will identify stations for this targeted preventive maintenance work, driven by regular field audits performed by maintenance staff. Projects currently anticipated for this funding source may include leak remediation and grouting in stations; rehabilitation of CTA elevators and escalators (ADA); ceiling, roof or canopy repair / patching; lighting upgrades; painting and signage, among other items. This work will be performed by CTA maintenance forces with material procured as part of this project. Work will be conducted throughout the system and is considered routine preventive maintenance.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $3,030,281 $9,090,843 $12,121,124
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $3,030,281 $9,090,843 $12,121,124

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Facilities Critical Needs- Substation Roof Repairs - Phase II Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $0 $0 ✔︎

Project Details

Description
Program would address the most immediate critical needs at CTA facilities systemwide to enable theirsafe and reliable operation. The goal would be to have an annual appropriation in the CIP that wouldbe solely dedicated toward addressing this Program. Transit service safety and reliability is affected byout-of-date rail, bus, and maintenance facilities.The project will complete roof replacements at five CTA substations: Calvary, Lotus, Des Plaines,Ashland, and O’Hare. The project will also complete exterior façade repair at the O’Hare Substation,including wall panel and louver replacement, masonry wall and expansion joint repairs, painting, doors,and new surface mounted exterior light fixtures. Design will be completed in-house by CTAengineering staff.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $3,628,767 $0 $0 $3,628,767

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$3,628,767
On Budget
On Schedule

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status
Design has been completed by CTA’s in-house engineering staff. The Notice to Proceed for construction was issued in March 2023. The contractor is currently working through the submittal process and getting ready to mobilize for field work.

Last Updated 12.14.2023

+ Skokie Shops - Electronic & Hydraulic Repair Room Expansions Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $0 $0 ✔︎

Project Details

Description
This project will provide for the expansion of four areas that are currently situated in the West Building of Skokie Shops to support the 5000 and 7000-series railcars maintenance cycles. All areas will be upgraded to new “clean” rooms that require the space to be enclosed, well lit, properly grounded, and air conditioned.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2021, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2021 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2024 Funding 2025-2028 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $0 $0 $0

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$10,293,685
On Budget
On Schedule

^Total Project Budget is the project budget being tracked by the RTA PMO Group

Current Status

Currently, the General Contractor continues to submit process plans for construction and mobilization on site. Delivery of onsite storage containers was completed in this reporting period. CTA continues to coordinate and plan with the contractor for the phasing of the expansion. Concrete removal in one of the areas was completed and the contractor continues to install structures for upgrades to the existing mezzanine. The contractor will work to complete the mezzanine and then work next to the Diagnostic Center.

Last Updated 12.14.2023