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 Funding 2023-2027 Fundingsort descending 10 Year Funding Needed 10 Year Unfunded Need
+ Pace Regional Transit Signal Priority (RTSP) System $0 $6,000,000 $36,599,307 $30,599,307

Description:

Expand Transit Signal Priority installations region-wide

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Transit Signal Priority (TSP) Electrical, Signal, & Communications Bus $0 $6,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Transit Signal Priority Integration - TSP implementation along priority corridors as part of the Regional Transit Signal Priority Implementation Program. Pace plans to deploy TSP along nine additional corridors at approximately 300 signalized intersections. The corridors include: 159th Street, Sibley Boulevard/147th Street, Roosevelt Road, Cicero Avenue, 95th Street, Grand Avenue (Lake County), Cermak Road, I-90 Transit Corridor Access Intersections and Halsted Street. This form represents the portion of the project funded with PAYGO in 2024.

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
$6,000,000
$6,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$2,400,693
$0
$6,000,000
$8,400,693

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$12,943,374

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Dec 2019

End Date

Dec 2023

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

Current Status

The vendor received the permit to implement TSP system along 58 signalized intersections of Dempster Street from IDOT. Systems integration testing were completed at 45 of the 58 signalized intersections and continue construction along six intersections. The vendor received approval from the City of Evanston to implement TSP along Grand and Sheridan. The contractor received IDOT permit for full deployment along Roosevelt road and is mobilizing for construction. The vendor also received IDOT design approval for TSP deployment along 95th St., 147th St., and Cicero Ave and expects permits soon. The contractor submitted IDOT permit applications for Rand Road, Cermak Road, and 159th St. TSP corridors.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ CTA Green Line Improvements Rail $7,504,062 $7,504,062 $674,708,239 $667,204,177

Description:

Track, structural, station, and power improvements

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Green Line - Lake Street Bridge Track & Structure Rail $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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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 is
scheduled to be completely replaced by the Chicago Department of Transportation in 2023. The scope
of the project will include: improve the curve geometry on the east side of the bridge; replace the
timber ties and rail fasteners, install new gauge planking, replace equipment at both the east and west

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^

$7,025,296

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

Behind Schedule

Start Date

Feb 2022

End Date

Jan 2025

^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 ongoing. Comments were provided on the 50% design, and it is advancing to 90% design. The project is being coordinated with the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) and their bridge replacement project.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ Green Line Improvements - Station Repairs to Green West and South Track & Structure Rail $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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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.

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
$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

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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.

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^

$12,855,446

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Apr 2021

End Date

Dec 2024

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

Current Status

The track and structure elements must be kept in a good state of repair in order to maintain safe and reliable service and minimize slow zones on CTA’s Jackson Park and Englewood Lines. Work for this project started in April 2021. The work is being performed by CTA in‐house work force. Activities are ongoing for tie replacement, cross girder and flange replacements, as well as material purchases.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ Lake Street Line (Track and Structure) Track & Structure Rail $7,504,062 $7,504,062

PROJECT DETAILS

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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.

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
$7,504,062
$0
$7,504,062
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,903,938
$7,504,062
$0
$11,408,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Pace Pedestrian Infrastructure/Shelters/Signs Bus $0 $8,000,000 $30,500,000 $22,500,000

Description:

Shelters, pedestrian access, and completion of conversion to posted stops

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ 2020 - Bus Stop Shelters, Benches, Pads & Signs Stations & Passenger Facilities Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Engineering drawings, manufacture, and installation of bus stop shelters, concrete pads, and benches, including a heated bus shelter at the Waukegan Metra station.

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^

$1,550,000

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

Behind Schedule

Start Date

Oct 2020

End Date

Apr 2024

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

Current Status

The installation of shelters and benches is in progress. Similarly, the contractor continues to make headway with installation of concrete pads. Finally, A/E services for bus stop infrastructure continues to progress.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ 2020 - Bus Tracker Signs Stations & Passenger Facilities Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Production of new electric signs and associated installation costs to provide real-time bus information to riders. In 2021, ten will be replacements for Pulse Milwaukee Line vertical markers, while an additional ten will be for new 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^

$750,000

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Oct 2020

End Date

Apr 2023

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

Current Status

Activity continues with the real time bus information signage and electrical connections. A change order was executed for additional real time signs that will be installed in the first quarter of 2023.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ 2021 - Bus Stop Shelters, Benches, Pads & Signs Stations & Passenger Facilities Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Bus Stop Shelters - Engineering drawings, manufacture, and installation of bus stop shelters, concrete pads, and benches, including a heated bus shelter at the Waukegan Metra station.

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^

$1,330,000

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

Behind Schedule

Start Date

Feb 2022

End Date

Apr 2024

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

Current Status

The installation of shelters and benches is in progress. Similarly, the contractor continues to make headway with installation of concrete pads. Finally, A/E services for bus stop infrastructure continues to progress.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ 2021 - Bus Tracker Signs Stations & Passenger Facilities Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Bus Tracker Signs - Production of new electric signs and associated installation costs to provide real-time bus information to riders. In 2021, ten will be replacements for Pulse Milwaukee Line vertical markers, while an additional ten will be for new 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^

$600,000

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

Behind Schedule

Start Date

Feb 2022

End Date

Apr 2023

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

Current Status

Activity continues with the real time bus information signage and electrical connections. A change order was executed for additional real time signs that will be installed in the first quarter of 2023.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ 2022 - Bus Stop Shelters, Benches, Pads & Signs Stations & Passenger Facilities Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Bus Stop Shelters - Engineering drawings, manufacture, and installation of bus stop shelters, concrete pads, and benches, including a heated bus shelter at the Waukegan Metra station.

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
$1,125,000
$0
$0
$1,125,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ 2022 - Bus Tracker Signs Stations & Passenger Facilities Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Bus Tracker Signs - Production of new electric signs and associated installation costs to provide real-time bus information to riders. In 2021, ten will be replacements for Pulse Milwaukee Line vertical markers, while an additional ten will be for new 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
$425,000
$0
$0
$425,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ 2023 - Bus Stop Shelters, Benches, Pads & Signs Stations & Passenger Facilities Bus $0 $6,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Engineering drawings, manufacture, and installation of bus stop shelters, concrete pads, benches, and signs

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
$6,000,000
$6,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$6,000,000
$6,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ 2023 - Bus Tracker Signs Stations & Passenger Facilities Bus $0 $2,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Production of new electric signs and associated installation costs to provide real-time bus information to riders.

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
$2,000,000
$2,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$2,000,000
$2,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Pace Fixed Route Buses - Replacement Bus $0 $9,750,000 $79,300,000 $69,550,000

Description:

Replacement of buses reaching useful life

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Fixed Route CNG Buses Rolling Stock Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Replacement CNG buses - Pace plans to replace 115 diesel buses with 40' Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses including any associated equipment (cameras, destination signs, etc.) and services (Buy America audit and inspections) for the future Northwest Division garage in Wheeling, currently being designed as a CNG fueling facility.

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
$28,050,000
$0
$0
$28,050,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Fixed Route Coach Buses Rolling Stock Bus $0 $9,750,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Coach Buses - Pace plans to replace 13 40' diesel coach buses, including any associated equipment (cameras, destination signs, etc.) and services (Buy America audit and inspections) for the I-55 Bus on Shoulder service.

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
$9,750,000
$9,750,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$9,750,000
$9,750,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Purchase 30' Diesel Buses Rolling Stock Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

This project is a new contract awarded in September 2019 for a new five‐year
indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contract for 30’ low floor diesel buses. The
minimum quantity to be purchased under this contract is 67 buses and the total
number of buses procured will not exceed the maximum amount of 164.

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^

$80,261,908

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

A total of 67 buses have been ordered to date. The first order consisted of 23 buses, all of which are in service. These were delayed due to the COVID‐19 crisis. The second order consists of 44 and has been executed with the vendor. Of the 44 buses ordered, ten buses were received. The remaining buses are expected to be delivered by the end of Q1‐2023. The buses are expected to service the areas currently serviced by Fox Valley and Batavia.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ Purchase 40' Diesel Buses Rolling Stock Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Replacement diesel buses (40') - Pace plans to replace 78 diesel buses including any associated equipment (cameras, destination signs, etc.) and services (Buy America audit and 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
$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^

$41,786,531

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Jun 2019

End Date

Nov 2020

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

Current Status

Pace placed an order for the delivery of a total of 85 buses. To date, all 85 buses have been received and are in service. The buses are expected to service the routes currently serviced by West Division. This will be the final update on this project.

Last Updated 07.10.2021
+ Purchase 40' Low-Floor CNG Buses Rolling Stock Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Pace will purchase 40FT CNG 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
$0
$0
$0
$0

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$75,896,625

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Mar 2022

End Date

Mar 2027

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

Current Status

Pace awarded a new contract for the purchase of additional vehicles in March 2022. The first order was for a quantity of 47 CNG buses. The production of these vehicles has been put on hold during this reporting period. A portion of these vehicles will be utilized at the Northwest Wheeling Garage, which is an ongoing project. As Pace establishes a construction schedule for the Wheeling Garage, a production scheduled will be developed for the order of 47 buses.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ CTA Critical Needs at CTA Facilities Bus $0 $10,000,000 $118,533,935 $108,533,935

Description:

Roof and other upgrades to maintenance facilities

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Facilities Critical Needs Support Facilities & Equipment System $0 $10,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Address the most immediate critical needs at CTA facilities systemwide to enable their safe and reliable operation.

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
$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 12.16.2022
+ Facilities Critical Needs - Forest Glen Building Demolition Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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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).

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^

$7,366,852

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

Behind Schedule

Start Date

Mar 2022

End Date

Feb 2023

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

Current Status

The design for the project was completed by CTA Engineering in April 2022. Since the buildings are more than 50 years old, coordination with the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) was required. This process has been completed. The Notice to Proceed for the General Contractor was issued in March 2022. It was discovered during field testing that lead and asbestos were present at both buildings. This required a more extensive environmental abatement process than initially expected at both locations. As of the end of October, the abatement process is almost complete. The demolition process plans have been approved. The general contractor will be able to acquire permits once the environmental work is completed. The utility services to both buildings have been disconnected.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ Facilities Critical Needs - Kedzie Bus Garage Façade Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

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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.

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
$1,875,813
$0
$0
$1,875,813

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$4,720,701

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Oct 2021

End Date

Aug 2023

^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 October 2021. The 100% design has been completed. CTA is in the process of awarding a Task Order for construction.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ CTA BRT/Bus Slow Zone Removal/ TSP/Dedicated Lane projects System $15,200,000 $15,200,000 $231,240,000 $216,040,000

Description:

Targeted street and traffic signal improvements to increase bus speeds

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Bus Slow Zones Elimination Program Miscellaneous Bus $15,200,000 $15,200,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

This is a joint partnership with CDOT where CTA and CDOT will implement a coordinated program of bus priority treatments and targeted solutions for specific problem areas, in order to improve speed and reliability on major bus corridors. Project funds will cover final design and construction for all six routes.

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
$15,200,000
$0
$15,200,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$15,200,000
$0
$15,200,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Pace Security, Computer, Software, and Office Systems Upgrades Bus $2,198,129 $15,834,259 $47,900,000 $32,065,741

Description:

Upgrade systems to provide enhanced asset protection and business systems

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Bus Security Cameras Electrical, Signal, & Communications Bus $0 $2,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

This project purchases security cameras for bues.

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
$2,000,000
$2,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$2,000,000
$2,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Computer Systems - Hardware & Software Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $3,500,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Computer Systems/Hardware & Software - Projects in 2021 include upgrades, licenses, and training for Hastus route-scheduling software, RideCheck ridership data software, ArcGIS software, and the Pace website. Procurement of digital screens for the interior of buses is also included.

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
$3,500,000
$3,500,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$3,500,000
$3,500,000

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$1,100,000

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

May 2022

End Date

Dec 2023

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

Current Status

The project is underway, and Pace executed a contract for redesigning Pace’s website. Additional tasks will be added throughout the duration of this project.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ Onboard Digital Screens Electrical, Signal, & Communications Bus $2,198,129 $10,334,259

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Purchase and install digital screens inside existing buses to display passenger information, such as next-stop announcements, detour notices, and passenger notices.

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
$2,198,129
$6,081,130
$8,279,259
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$2,055,000
$2,055,000
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$2,198,129
$8,136,130
$10,334,259

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ CTA Non-Revenue Vehicle Replacement Program System $8,225,000 $16,675,000 $81,741,905 $65,066,905

Description:

Replacement of vehicles needed for maintenance and operations support

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Equipment and Non-Revenue Vehicles Program Support Facilities & Equipment System $2,000,000 $8,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

CTA plans to invest funds annually to fund the phased replacement of aged equipment and vehicles used by CTA maintenance groups that include Bus, Rail, Power & Way, and Facilities.

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
$2,000,000
$6,000,000
$8,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$2,000,000
$6,000,000
$8,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Non-Revenue Utility Vehicle Replacement Support Facilities & Equipment System $1,225,000 $3,675,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Heavy-Duty Vehicles to support routine infrastructure maintenance, emergency repairs, and recovery operations.

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
$1,225,000
$2,450,000
$3,675,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,225,000
$1,225,000
$2,450,000
$4,900,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ Non-Revenue Vehicles - Diesel Locomotives Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $5,000,000 $5,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

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Description:

Equipment and Non-Revenue Vehicles (Diesel Locomotives): Funding will provide for the replacement of CTA's diesel locomotive snow fighters. The self-propelled locomotives with special attachments to remove snow and ice during severe winter weather conditions are able to operate and clear system track, so that CTA can safely power up the system to restore/provide service. When traction power is down, this equipment will also be used to move rolling stock to secure 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
$5,000,000
$0
$5,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,333,095
$5,000,000
$0
$8,333,095

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$22,731,013

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

Behind Schedule

Start Date

Aug 2020

End Date

May 2024

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

Current Status

The structural design has been reviewed and approved by the CTA. The project is in full production mode and approaching final assembly of the first vehicle. The second locomotive has begun fabrication. The cabs for the third and fourth vehicle have begun fabrication. Contractor shop fabrication and assembly of all six primary vehicle elements in ongoing. Supply chain issues caused a significant delay on this project. The shipment of the first locomotive is expected in September 2023.

Last Updated 01.09.2023
+ CTA Electric Bus Infrastructure Program Bus $0 $17,010,000 $291,100,000 $274,090,000

Description:

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 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Bus Garage Electricfication - Chicago Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $0 $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.

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
$17,010,000
$17,010,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$22,993,064
$0
$17,010,000
$40,003,064

Last Updated 12.16.2022
+ 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
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