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 Funding 10 Year Funding Neededsort descending 10 Year Unfunded Need
+ CTA Bus Garage Improvements Bus $43,009,730 $141,009,730 $248,090,000 $107,080,270

Description:

Provide repairs at bus maintenance garages and shops

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Bus Hoist Replacement Program Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $15,000,000 $15,000,000

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.

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

Last Updated 03.15.2023

+ Improve Facilities - Electric Bus Program Planning Support Facilities & Equipment Bus $28,009,730 $126,009,730

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.

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
$11,590,000
$98,000,000
$109,590,000
State
$0
$16,419,730
$0
$16,419,730
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$16,590,000
$28,009,730
$98,000,000
$142,599,730

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.

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
$177,485
$0
$0
$177,485

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ CTA Rail Shops Improvements Rail $31,007,124 $89,807,124 $255,900,000 $166,092,876

Description:

Provide repair and replacement to worn components at rail maintenance shops

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ 63rd Shop - Non-Revenue Equipment and Service Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $3,000,000 $3,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Purchase of equipment associated with 63rd Shop operations moving from Skokie to 63rd. Also, contracts for movement of existing equipment/material. This is necessary to allow use of the new shop as planned.

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
$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 12.16.2022

+ Improve Facilities - Diesel Locomitve Storage Shed Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $11,000,000 $11,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

The purpose of this project is to support the expansion of CTA’s diesel-powered snow fighter locomotives via the construction of three sheds, one at each of the following locations: 98th, Midway, and Rosemont Yards to house the four new snow fighter locomotives. The sheds will fully enclose the locomotives. Work at each location provides for a pre-engineered insulated metal building structure, overhead coiling doors, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire alarms system, and tie-ins for sewer and electrical 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
$11,000,000
$0
$11,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$1,000,000
$11,000,000
$0
$12,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ Midway Shop - Wheel Truing Machine Bldg. Extension and Access Track. Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $0 $13,800,000

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Provide railcar access from the north yard. Both cars of a railcar unit will be able to be trued without removing the unit from the shop to turn around. Allows for increased wheel truing activity, improves ride quality, and extends wheel life and track life.

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
$13,800,000
$13,800,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$13,800,000
$13,800,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ Non-Revenue Rail Vehicle Equipment - Replacement Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $5,507,124 $15,507,124

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Replace various rail-borne non-revenue vehicles that have exceeded their useful lives. Repairs and spare parts have become increasingly difficult which raises maintenance costs and increases duration of downtime of this critical equipment. Equipment includes: car movers, rail borne sewer vacuum, subway washer vehicle, rail profile grinder, rail cranes, 2 locomotive crane 22 ton, 2 tie cranes w/ close clearance tie replacement head, sky trim tree trimmer, tie inserters, MKVI tamper and stabilizer.

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
$5,507,124
$10,000,000
$15,507,124
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$5,507,124
$10,000,000
$15,507,124

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ Rail Car Facility Maintenance Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $1,000,000 $15,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Replacement of various shop facility heavy equipment that is ending their useful lives. Equipment includes: carbody hoists at Harlem, spin jacks at Rosemont and Wheel truing machine at 54th (replace with 4-axle), office space at Harlem above classroom, security gates at Kimball/54th for when rollup doors are raised, 2 man gates at DesPlaines.

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
$1,000,000
$14,000,000
$15,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$1,000,000
$14,000,000
$15,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ Replace Non-Revenue 61st Rail Shop Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Construct a new non-revenue vehicle maintenance facility for maintenance and repair of non-revenue
equipment. Facility will also include covered storage tracks for track maintenance equipment. The
purpose of the new Non-Revenue Rail Vehicle Maintenance Facility is to provide facilities for
maintenance and repair of over 125 pieces of non-revenue equipment used for right-of-way maintenance
and other rail-mounted non-revenue vehicles.

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^

$70,017,063

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Mar 2021

End Date

Nov 2023

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

Current Status

The 61st rail shop project had most site planning activities completed. The foundations were poured, and the building enclosure erected as well as roof installed. The contractor continues to make headway with procurement of equipment related to installation of utilities such as transformers for the electrical requirements of the facility and plumbing elements. The contractor is working on design work packages for the parking lot and landscaping for the facility.

Last Updated 06.22.2023

+ Skokie Clean Room - Bench Test Equipment Miscellaneous System $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Skokie Clean Room - Bench Test Equipment:
The scope of work provides for modifications to the CTA Skokie Shop (Heavy Maintenance Facility) to accommodate the addition of clean rooms. All of the necessary architectural and MEP systems would be reworked and reactivated in the expanded / modified spaces.

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
$4,400,000
$0
$0
$4,400,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ Skokie Shops - Railcar Hoists Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $5,000,000 $20,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Construct two new Rail car body hoists where the non-revenue unit is currently situated. This unit is to move to new facility in late 2023 or early 2024. Additional space with new hoists increases the capacity to overhaul series cars. Over the next five years, CTA will need to continue the overhaul of the 5000 Series, while also addressing life extending work on existing 2600 and 3200 Series expected to remain in fleet until replacement cars are available from a future order.

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
$15,000,000
$20,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$5,000,000
$15,000,000
$20,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ Skokie Shops - Wheel truing machine replacement Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $4,500,000 $9,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Design and install new wheel truing machine.

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
$4,500,000
$4,500,000
$9,000,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$4,500,000
$4,500,000
$9,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ Skokie Shops Improvements Other Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $1,000,000 $2,500,000

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Various shop improvements, including: Repurpose truck wash machine area to HVAC/truck wash, fill in truck transfer pit and install truck hi-line, add truck hi-line positions (and lighting, hose reels) in truck storage area, additional air operated 2-ton crane in Paint Booth, engineering lab, additional crane in truck shop on existing rails.

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
$1,000,000
$1,500,000
$2,500,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$1,000,000
$1,500,000
$2,500,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ CTA Rail Yard Improvements System $6,819,867 $6,819,867 $259,324,412 $252,504,545

Description:

Improvements to CTA Rail Yards

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Facilities Critical Needs ‐ Harlem Yard Water Tower Demolition Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $2,869,867 $2,869,867

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Demolotion of the Harlem Water Tower at the Harlem Yard.

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
$2,869,867
$0
$2,869,867
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$2,869,867
$0
$2,869,867

Last Updated 03.15.2023

+ Rail Facilities (Yards) Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $3,950,000 $3,950,000

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Funding will provide for the upgrades to be made to the rail yard system infrastructure including track and associated components, fire suppression, and lighting. Other facility deficiencies will be address including but not limited to: boilers, trash collection systems, roofs, windows, pavement replacement, rail hoist replacement, inspection pit rehabilitation, roof replacements, and heating and ventilation air conditioning systems. Overall this project will allow CTA to address multiple state of good repair needs at rail yard 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
$3,950,000
$0
$3,950,000
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$3,950,000
$3,950,000
$0
$7,900,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ Rail Facilities - Des Plaines Yard Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

The Rail Facilities State of Good Repair Program focuses on critical improvements at CTA rail yards, which include improvements to the yard infrastructure itself (ties, rail, fasteners, ballast, contact rail etc.) as well as the yard fire suppression systems and lighting. The Des Plaines Yard project will include the reconstruction and reconfiguration of the inner and outer lead tracks, including associated special trackwork. Replacement and reconfiguration of the special trackwork in the east yard storage, including the road crossings to the yard shops will also be completed.

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^

$22,858,137

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

Behind Schedule

Start Date

Mar 2022

End Date

Feb 2024

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

Current Status

The design for this project has been completed in December 2022. CTA developed a procurement package for construction and it is currently out for bid.

Last Updated 06.22.2023

+ 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

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

A Notice to Proceed was issued in February 2023 for the construction of the Northwest Transportation Center ADA Transfer Facility. The contractor is currently working on submittals, permits and is getting ready for field mobilization. Progress continues on the implementation of various technology enhancement projects. The first two phases of the Taxi Access Program have been completed and the vendor is currently working on the third phase. Activity continues on two phases of Trapeze technology enhancements to Pace’s Trapeze paratransit scheduling system. Work has progressed on enhancements to the Account Base Processing back-office system.

Last Updated 06.22.2023

+ CTA Replacement Bus Purchase (1000 Series) - 600 Clean Diesel Buses Bus $98,442,904 $207,739,008 $274,459,219 $66,720,211

Description:

Ongoing need to replace buses as they age

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Replace Buses - Options to Purchase Up To 500 of 1,030 Rolling Stock Bus $98,442,904 $207,739,008

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

The scope of this project will provide for the engineering, purchase, and inspection of fully accessible, air conditioned Clean Diesel buses; including a spare parts inventory. Engineering includes: development of specifications, pre-bid engineering meetings, onsite inspections of prospective bidders and/or their vendors’ plants, inspection of buses during production and acceptance of vehicles after delivery. 5 Year funds will continue funding stream for the Option(s) to replace up to 500 additional 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
$77,567,904
$85,371,298
$162,939,202
State
$0
$20,875,000
$23,924,806
$44,799,806
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$49,858,165
$98,442,904
$109,296,104
$257,597,173

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$355,437,001

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Jan 2020

End Date

Sep 2025

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

Current Status

All 100 buses from the base order have been delivered and placed in service. Under Option 1, 63 of the 100 buses have arrived at CTA and 43 have been placed in service. All 100 buses are expected to be delivered by June 1. CTA has also exercised Option 2 for an additional 100 buses. The production of vehicles under Option 2 is expected to begin in June.

Last Updated 06.22.2023

+ CTA Replacement Buses (4000 Series) - Electric Buses Bus $23,493,631 $143,986,783 $287,703,333 $143,716,550

Description:

Ongoing need to replace buses as they age

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ Purchase Articulated Electric Buses and Charging Equipment Rolling Stock Bus $23,493,631 $143,986,783

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Funding will provide for a new procurement intended to replace 208 articulated 4000-Series buses with the equivalent number of electric 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
$23,493,631
$111,656,079
$135,149,710
State
$0
$0
$8,837,073
$8,837,073
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$5,843,016
$23,493,631
$120,493,152
$149,829,799

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ CTA Electric Bus Infrastructure Program Bus $3,580,270 $20,590,270 $291,100,000 $270,509,730

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 $3,580,270 $20,590,270

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
$3,580,270
$0
$3,580,270
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$22,993,064
$3,580,270
$17,010,000
$43,583,334

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
+ 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

Sep 2023

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

Current Status

Rail car maintenance activities with this funding were completed in this reporting period. Final invoices remain. This will be the final update on this project.

Last Updated 06.22.2023

+ 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 a bus maintenance project.

Last Updated 06.22.2023

+ 2022 - 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
$18,106,390
$0
$0
$18,106,390

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$18,106,390

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Dec 2022

End Date

Jun 2027

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

Current Status

Rail car maintenance activities for this project are on hold until prior year projects are completed. Major elements will include, but are not limited to, rail car inspection and engineering, vehicle wiring, and body work.

Last Updated 06.22.2023

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

PROJECT DETAILS

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 Systemwide Structural Renewal Bus $0 $17,621,610 $336,200,000 $318,578,390

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

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

Behind Schedule

Start Date

Jul 2021

End Date

Mar 2025

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

Current Status

The design for this project has been completed in October 2022. CTA has developed a construction procurement package and it is currently out for bid.

Last Updated 06.22.2023

+ Infrastructure State of Good Repair Program Track & Structure System $0 $17,621,610

PROJECT DETAILS

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
$17,621,610
$17,621,610
State
$0
$0
$0
$0
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$0
$17,621,610
$17,621,610

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ CTA Perform Bus Maintenance Activities Bus $36,000,000 $180,000,000 $360,000,000 $180,000,000

Description:

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

Project Title Asset Category Mode 2023 Funding 2023-2027 Funding PMO
+ 2021 - Bus Maintenance Rolling Stock Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Funding for this project will provide for an ongoing capital maintenance program that consists of tasks necessary to keep buses in service through systematic inspection, detection, and prevention of incipient failure. CTA’s scheduled maintenance program consists of planned preventive maintenance work to maintain bus performance. While major overhaul work is performed on a mid-life cycle basis, additional focused maintenance work is required at certain intervals, outside of the mid-life overhaul, during the life of 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^

$53,365,222

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Jan 2021

End Date

Jun 2023

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

Current Status

Bus maintenance activities continued in this reporting period. Major rehabilitation elements worked on included, but not limited to, body work, vehicle wiring, and brakes.

Last Updated 06.22.2023

+ 2022 - Bus Maintenance Rolling Stock Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Funding for this project will provide for an ongoing capital maintenance program that consists of tasks necessary to keep buses in service through systematic inspection, detection, and prevention of incipient failure. CTA’s scheduled maintenance program consists of planned preventive maintenance work to maintain bus performance. While major overhaul work is performed on a mid-life cycle basis, additional focused maintenance work is required at certain intervals, outside of the mid-life overhaul, during the life of 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
$56,000,000
$0
$0
$56,000,000

PMO:

Total Project Budget^

$36,000,000

Budget Status

On Budget

Schedule Status

On Schedule

Start Date

Apr 2021

End Date

Mar 2024

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

Current Status

Bus maintenance activities for this project are on hold until the Bus Maintenance – 2021 project is fully expended. Major rehabilitation elements will include, but not limited to, body work, vehicle wiring, and brakes.

Last Updated 06.22.2023

+ 2023 - Bus Maintenance Rolling Stock Bus $36,000,000 $180,000,000

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Perform Bus Maintenance Activities

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
$36,000,000
$144,000,000
$180,000,000
RTA
$0
$0
$0
$0
Service Board / Local
$0
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$36,000,000
$144,000,000
$180,000,000

Last Updated 12.16.2022

+ Purchase and Install Driver Barrier Doors for Buses Rolling Stock Bus $0 $0

PROJECT DETAILS

Description:

Retrofit approximately 740 buses removing the current polycarbonate barrier shield by installing a full top to bottom barrier door improving security while minimizing glare and anti-reflection effect. The specific fleet buses to be retrofitted will include the 1000 Series buses that are not be replaced with the current order, 4000 Series, and the 4300 Series. All new buses for the current contract and going forward will contain full door shields.

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
$3,309,417
$0
$0
$3,309,417

Last Updated 12.16.2022