Capital Projects

Regional Capital Program

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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 were defined in the Invest in Transit Regional Transit Strategic Plan and are updated on an annual basis. This page shows details about the funding for each priority project.

The 2023-2027 5-Year Regional Capital Program includes over 300 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 2023-2027 Regional Capital Program. Each listing also shows the core requirement(s) and strategic goals that each project helps to address, as defined in the region’s new performance-based capital allocation process.

Notably, the region has committed to dedicating 20% of programmed funds to projects that fulfill the core requirements of improving equity or achieving full 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, 2026 and 2027 budget years. Detailed analysis of the core requirements and strategic goals can be found 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.

 

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Agency Priority Project Mode 2023 Fundingsort descending 2023-2027 Funding 10 Year Funding Needed 10 Year Unfunded Need
+ CTA Systemwide Structural Renewal Bus $0 $46,156,621 $336,200,000 $290,043,379

Description:

State of Good Repair projects on CTA 'L' structure

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Harlem Bus Bridge Stations & Passenger Facilities Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

This project will replace the Harlem Bus Bridge at our O'Hare Line Harlem Station. The bridge removal
and reconstruction limits are from the north end of the bridge expansion joint to the south limits of the
bridge expansion joint. The work includes all removal and reconstruction of the existing bridge structure
with a new superstructure galvanized steel and bearing assemblies, concrete bridge deck, concrete
sidewalks, approach slabs, curb and gutters, drainage, expansion joint assemblies, guard rails, trash

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

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* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 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^

$39,982,424

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Jul 2021

End Date

Oct 2021

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

Current Status

The condition of the Harlem Station bus bridge was initially identified as an infrastructure need in 2013 as part of the Your New Blue (YNB) capital improvement program planning process. A Notice to Proceed for the designer was issued in July 2021. The 100% design has been completed. CTA is currently working on a procurement package for construction.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ Infrastructure State of Good Repair Program Track & Structure System $0 $46,156,621

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Project funds will be targeted to Safety and State of Good Repair projects throughout CTA’s right-of-way infrastructure. All work planned and performed will maintain the asset(s) in proper condition through its quarter life cycle, while a more extensive rehabilitation is planned at the mid-life of the asset. Funding will provide for the replacement of ties, running rail and third rail on the elevated structure systemwide. Beyond track renewal, work will focus on key deficient structural elements that have been identified through structural inspections.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network ✓
Stay Competitive

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* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$46,156,621
$46,156,621
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$46,156,621
$46,156,621

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Pace Vanpool Vehicles - Replacement Bus $0 $0 $12,640,000 $12,640,000

Description:

Replacement of vans reaching useful life

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Purchase 7-passenger Vanpool Vehicles Rolling Stock Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Vanpool Vehicles - Pace plans to purchase 164 replacement 17'-20' vans including associated equipment and services (Buy America audit and inspections) for vanpool services.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements ✓
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive ✓

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* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 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^

$13,899,800

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Sep 2019

End Date

Sep 2024

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

Current Status

To date a total of 25 vans have been ordered, all have been received. Pace has executed a contract to install OEM passenger running boards on the first order of 25 vans. All of the running boards have been installed and are in the active fleet. A developing need for additional vanpool vehicles is underway and Pace continues to work on an action plan for ordering more vehicles. The vans will be utilized in the six county Pace service area.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ Pace Bus on Shoulder (BoS) Infrastructure Bus $0 $17,025,000 $17,025,000 $0

Description:

Passenger facilities for Bus on Shoulder service

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ I-294 Stations & Park-n-Rides Stations & Passenger Facilities Bus $0 $17,025,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

I-294 Stations and Park-n-Rides : The Illinois Tollway is planning to add a Flex Lane on 22 miles of I-294, and infrastructure is needed to make connections to the transit system. Pace is currently conducting market analysis and workshops for this project.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity ✓
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive ✓

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* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$17,025,000
$17,025,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$17,025,000
$17,025,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ CTA Rail Car Maintenance Activities Rail $0 $60,000,000 $300,000,000 $240,000,000

Description:

Preform rail car maintenance activities to keep the fleet in a state of good repair.

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ 2022 - Rail Car Maintenance Rolling Stock Rail $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

CTA will continue investing in the rail car fleet maintenance program. This program is intended to correct critical defects and operational deficiencies discovered during inspections of rail cars. CTA’s scheduled maintenance program consists of planned work to maintain rail car performance. While major overhaul work is performed on a quarterly and mid-life cycle basis, additional focused maintenance work is required at certain intervals of the car’s life, outside of the overhaul cycle.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

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* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 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
$18,106,390
$0
$0
$18,106,390

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ 2020 - Rail Car Maintenance Rolling Stock Rail $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

CTA will continue investing in the rail car fleet maintenance program. This program is intended to correct critical defects and operational deficiencies discovered during inspections of rail cars. CTA’s scheduled maintenance program consists of planned work to maintain rail car performance. While major overhaul work is performed on a quarterly and mid-life cycle basis, additional focused maintenance work is required at certain intervals of the car’s life, outside of the overhaul cycle.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

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* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 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^

$27,074,655

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

Behind Schedule

Start Date

Jan 2020

End Date

Dec 2024

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

Current Status

Rail car maintenance activities ongoing. Major elements include, but are not limited to, rail car inspection and engineering, vehicle wiring, and body work.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ 2021 - Rail Car Maintenance Rolling Stock Rail $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

CTA will continue investing in the rail car fleet maintenance program. This program is intended to correct critical defects and operational deficiencies discovered during inspections of rail cars. CTA’s scheduled maintenance program consists of planned work to maintain rail car performance. While major overhaul work is performed on a quarterly and mid-life cycle basis, additional focused maintenance work is required at certain intervals of the car’s life, outside of the overhaul cycle.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

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* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 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^

$10,000,000

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Jan 2021

End Date

Dec 2024

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

Current Status

Rail car maintenance activities are ongoing. Major elements include, but not limited to, rail car inspection and engineering; vehicle wiring; and body work. The project budget has been decreased via a grant amendment for the bus maintenance project.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ 2023 - Rail Car Maintenance Rolling Stock Rail $0 $60,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Rail Car Maintenance Activities - CTA will continue investing in the rail car fleet maintenance program. This program is intended to correct critical defects and operational deficiencies discovered during inspections of rail cars. CTA’s scheduled maintenance program consists of planned work to maintain rail car performance. While major overhaul work is performed on a quarterly and mid-life cycle basis, additional focused maintenance work is required at certain intervals of the car’s life, outside of the overhaul cycle.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive ✓

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* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$0
$0
State
$0
$0
$60,000,000
$60,000,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$60,000,000
$60,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ CTA Station Communication Infrastructure Rail $0 $0 $158,800,000 $158,800,000

Description:

These are all the life safety mission critical systems which all have to be upgraded at the same time, and are all interrelated. For example the rail station commmunications infrastructure upgrades are needed by PA system, the digital signage system, cameras system, telephone system, radio system etc.

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+ CTA Subway Life Safety Improvements Rail $0 $18,000,000 $604,309,000 $586,309,000

Description:

Upgrade to existing subway ventilation equipment

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Subway Life Safety Track & Structure Rail $0 $18,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Further planning and assesment is needed, but will use Call for Projects as basis to detailing specific plan. Some items to assess with budget are, but not limited to:
• Ventilation improvements
• Vent shaft grate replacements
• Subway pumps and controls rehabilitation
• Subway emergency egress footwalks
• LED lighting improvements
• Emergency Light Feed (ELF) upgrades
• Subway sewer restoration

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

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* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$18,000,000
$18,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,000,000
$0
$18,000,000
$21,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Pace ADA ADA Regional Paratransit Program System $0 $0 $260,378,000 $260,378,000

Description:

Replacement of vehicles and radio systems for existing program. New vehicles, transfer locations and maintenance facilities for direct Pace ownership of assets for ADA service within City of Chicago

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ ADA Technology Upgrades and Transfer Centers Miscellaneous Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Regional ADA Paratransit Communication Technology and Transfer Locations - Projects include upgrades to the Trapeze software, TripCheck online booking and tracking, TripCheck Interactive Voice Response phone system, text/email notifications, and Ventra integration. In areas with frequent transfers, funding will be used to purchase land, build facilities, and provide amenities for riders. Pace has identified a location that is adjacent to the Northwest Transportation Center in Schaumburg that is planned to be the first of these transfer locations.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network ✓
Stay Competitive

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* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 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^

$20,000,000

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Oct 2020

End Date

Dec 2026

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

Current Status

Progress continued with the two‐phase Taxi Access Program (TAP). Phase 1 is for consulting services to manage the TAP, and Phase 2 is for TAP service. Activity continues on Trapeze technology enhancements to Pace’s Trapeze paratransit scheduling system. The execution of the construction contract for the Northwest Transfer Center is in process. Building permits are approved and utility coordination is ongoing. Pace has also entered into an IGA with Calumet City for another ADA Transfer Center where the city selected a designer for the facility.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ RTA RTA Funding Program(s) System $0 $0 $0 $0

Description:

Projects and programs undertaken by RTA

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ RTA TBD Miscellaneous System $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Projects TBD

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

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* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 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

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Pace Charging Infrastructure Bus $0 $0 $36,000,000 $36,000,000

Description:

Charging infrastructure at garages to charge electric buses, including power supply lines, charging station equipment, and backup generators .

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Charging Infrastructure Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Maintenance of existing building structures, systems, asphalt/concrete, etc. Charging infrastructure at North, North Shore, and Southwest Divisions.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability
Achieve Full Accessibility ✓
Meet Regulatory Requirements ✓
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network ✓
Stay Competitive

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* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 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
$5,500,000
$0
$0
$5,500,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ North Division Garage Improvements Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

These funds will be used to prepare the North Garage for Electirc buses.

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements
Improve Equity ✓
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment
Build on the Strengths of Our Network ✓
Stay Competitive

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* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 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
$10,181,017
$0
$0
$10,181,017

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Pace Intelligent Bus System (IBS) Replacement Bus $0 $3,650,000 $18,150,000 $14,500,000

Description:

Equipment for bus tracking, communications, and data

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Intelligent Bus System (IBS) Electrical, Signal, & Communications Bus $0 $3,650,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Intelligent Bus System - Project includes replacement Automatic Passenger Counter equipment (450), routers (600), Apollo cameras (650), IBS servers (8) & software, Storage Area Networks (2), dispatch radios (22), mobile radios (70), Integrated Vehicle Logic Unit Mobile Data Terminals (800), Tate data radios (800), Motorola voice radios (800), and data tower Radio Network Controller equipment (11).

Core Requirement(s)
Maintain and Improve Safety and Reliability ✓
Achieve Full Accessibility
Meet Regulatory Requirements ✓
Improve Equity
Strategic Goal
Deliver Value on Investment ✓
Build on the Strengths of Our Network
Stay Competitive

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* 2023 Funding 2024-2027 Funding Total
Federal
$0
$0
$3,650,000
$3,650,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$2,250,000
$0
$3,650,000
$5,900,000

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$625,000

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

Behind Schedule

Start Date

Dec 2020

End Date

Jun 2023

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

Current Status

Pace is working on the scope of work for a new project involving IBS servers and SAN software as well as a change order for a transit master software upgrade related to the IBS servers.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
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