Project Management Oversight (PMO) Capital Projects

The RTA is responsible for ensuring that the Service Boards are spending capital funds and managing their capital projects effectively and efficiently.  The RTA conducts periodic project reviews with Service Board project managers to ensure that capital projects are being implemented according to scope, on schedule, within budget and according to established project management guidelines.

Each project listed below is being actively monitored by RTA’s PMO team. Reporting data is provided that includes, Project Start Date, Project End Date, Budget Status, Schedule Status and Current Activities. These projects are also part of the overall Regional Capital Program which can be viewed separately here.

PMO also produces semi-annual reports that cover all projects that are being monitored. These reports can be found on the Project Management Oversight site.  The latest report is the December 2024 Project Management Oversight report. 

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Toggle Agency Project Title Asset Category Mode 2025 Funding 2025-2029 Funding Status
+ Pace Purchase 7-passenger Vanpool Vehicles Rolling Stock Bus $0 $0 On Schedule

Project Details

Description
Vanpool Vehicles - Pace plans to purchase 164 replacement 17'-20' vans including associated equipment and services (Buy America audit and inspections) for vanpool services.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2025 Funding 2026-2029 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 $1,350,000 $0 $0 $1,350,000

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$13,899,800
On Budget
On Schedule

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

Current Status
The vans will be utilized in the six county Pace service area. To date a total of 25 vans have been ordered, all have been received. Pace has executed a contract to install OEM passenger running boards on the first order of 25 vans. All the running boards have been installed and are in the active fleet. Pace continued to work on an action plan for ordering more vehicles based on projected needs under a separate contract. This will be the final update on this project.

Last Updated 04.01.2024

+ Pace Purchase 30' Diesel Buses Rolling Stock Bus $0 $0 On Schedule

Project Details

Description
This project is a new contract awarded in September 2019 for a new five?yearindefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contract for 30’ low floor diesel buses. Theminimum quantity to be purchased under this contract is 67 buses and the totalnumber of buses procured will not exceed the maximum amount of 164.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2025 Funding 2026-2029 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 $4,500,000 $0 $0 $4,500,000

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$80,261,908
On Budget
On Schedule

^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 consisted of 44 buses. All of the buses under the second order were received, with the final bus delivered in February 2023. The buses service the areas currently serviced by Fox Valley and Batavia. Pace will not pursue purchasing anymore buses under this contract. This will be the final update on this project.

Last Updated 04.01.2024

+ CTA Purchase up to 70 Electric Buses and up to 9 Charging Stations Rolling Stock Bus $0 $0 On Schedule

Project Details

Description
Purchase up to 70 Electric Buses and up to nine Chargers - Bus funding provides for a future order of up to 70 40-foot battery-powered, zero-emission, all-electric, fully accessible, public transit buses with en-route charging capabilities. CTA will retire up to 70 1000-Series New Flyer buses that are over 14 years old. Turnkey project to procure Electric buses and associated charging infrastructure.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2025 Funding 2026-2029 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 $23,541,688 $0 $0 $23,541,688

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$71,991,905
On Budget
On Schedule

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

Current Status
The charging stations were received and installed and reached substantial completion in January 2021. In Q4-2021, seventeen (17) production buses were completed and delivered to CTA. The installation of revenue fare collection systems, communication equipment, network systems were completed in Q2-2022. A total of twenty-three (23) buses were delivered. Nineteen (19) are in service and four are being used at the 74th Garage for operator training. CTA previously exercised an option for an additional twenty-two (22) buses. CTA’s Infrastructure department continued working with Bus Engineering to finalize the budget breakdown and scope for the 103rd Garage. Pre-production activities continued where production is expected to start in June 2025 and delivery of the first vehicle is expected by the end of 2025.

Last Updated 06.10.2024

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

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.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2025 Funding 2026-2029 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 $8,860,092 $0 $0 $8,860,092

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$22,858,137
On Budget
On Schedule

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

Current Status
The Notice to Proceed for construction services has been issued in January 2024. The contractor has been working on submittals and permitting. Coordination with Nicor Gas for the new gas line is ongoing. Advanced purchased material is being delivered. CTA and the contractor are preparing for a 16-day yard shutdown to perform some of the critical work.

Last Updated 09.25.2024

+ CTA Red/Purple Modernization - Phase 1 Modernization Rail $0 $0 On Schedule

Project Details

Description
North Main Line - RPM The purpose of the Red and Purple Modernization (RPM) Program is to expand capacity to meet growing ridership demand; reduce travel times; improve access to job markets and destinations; better utilize existing transit infrastructure; bring the existing infrastructure to a state of good repair; and improve access to the system for patrons with disabilities. FY2021-2025 funds will continue RPM Phase One funding stream.Red Purple Modernization phase one project consists the following interrelated and concurrent projects, as defined in the environmental documents to be developed by the CTA:RED-PURPLE BYPASS PROJECT. This element would construct a fifth track bypass flyover immediately north of the CTA Belmont Station to separate northbound Brown Line trains that currently conflict with southbound Purple Line trains and both northbound and southbound Red Line trains. This project includes construction of a new fifth track bypass flyover and replacement or renovation of approximately 0.3 mile of associated mainline track.LAWRENCE TO BRYN MAWR MODERNIZATION PROJECT. This modernization project would replace 1.3 miles of the existing rail line from Leland Avenue on the south to approximately Ardmore Avenue on the north. This section of track includes four stations - Lawrence, Argyle, Berwyn, and Bryn Mawr. The project would expand and modernize these four stations. The project would also provide ADA access to transit customers with disabilities in a two-mile stretch of the north Red Line that currently does not have accessible stations.CORRIDOR SIGNAL IMPROVEMENTS. This project would improve the signal system and special trackwork generally between Belmont and Loyola stations. Improvements would occur within CTA's existing right-of-way. The scope of work includes planning, design, procurement, and installation of wayside equipment and special trackwork that are significantly past their useful lives. This project also includes improvements to existing special trackwork.CONTINUED INTERIM CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS. This project would improve track infrastructure conditions between Belmont Station and Linden Station in order to maintain service along existing rail lines. This work would take place within the CTA's existing right-of-way.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2025 Funding 2026-2029 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 $777,725,323 $0 $0 $777,725,323

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$2,203,408,226
On Budget
On Schedule

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

Current Status
The Corridor Signal Improvements (CSI) project monitored the track circuit in the LBMM Stage B area and resumed installing brackets and messenger cables along embankment walls north of Thorndale. Additionally, innerduct installation for the communications network backbone continued. The Red Purple Modernization (RPM) project removed the old Clark Relay House, addressed signal testing discrepancies, and prepared for factory tests of new signal equipment. The Jarvis Relay Room began mechanical, electrical, and fire suppression improvements. The Lawrence to Bryn Mawr Modernization (LBMM) completed significant structural work, including embankment excavation, retaining wall removal, and concrete deck pours for the Ardmore transition bridge. Drilling caissons and constructing concrete piers for the elevated structure progressed, and foundational work for the Bryn Mawr station began, alongside steel erection for the platform and escalator/elevator trusses. The

Last Updated 06.10.2024

+ CTA Rehabilitate Blue Line - Kimball Subway Waterproofing Track & Structure Rail $0 $0 On Schedule

Project Details

Description
Subway Waterproofing & Track - Funding will provide for critical waterproofing patchwork needed to continue rail service through the Blue Line O'Hare branch.. Due to funding restrictions CTA cannot move forward with original scope of work to mitigate water infiltration in the Dearborn subway.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2025 Funding 2026-2029 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 $4,120,513 $0 $0 $4,120,513

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$7,785,710
On Budget
On Schedule

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

Current Status
Work activities under this project are ongoing. The waterproofing and grout injection work is performed by CTA forces whenever single-track access is available.

Last Updated 06.10.2024

+ Metra Remanufactured Locomotive Purchase Rolling Stock Rail $0 $0 On Schedule

Project Details

Description
This project involves the purchase of up to forty-two (42) remanufactured diesel locomotives. The contract has a base order of fifteen (15) locomotives with three (3) Options to order nine (9) additional locomotives each. Metra ancipicates these locomotives to have increased horsepower, lower emissions, and greater fuel efficiency than the current fleet average.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2025 Funding 2026-2029 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 $215,221,919 $0 $0 $215,221,919

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$195,039,926
On Budget
On Schedule

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

Current Status
All 15 locomotives from the base order have been delivered to Metra. Blower fans on all the completed locomotives are in process of being replaced under warranty. Metra also exercised Option 1 under the contract for an additional nine locomotives. Work on Option 1 locomotives is in progress.

Last Updated 12.19.2024

+ Metra Replace Bridges - 18th to 55th - RID Track & Structure Rail $0 $0 On Schedule

Project Details

Description
Phase 1 and 2 design and construction are complete. The Phase 3 design task wasissued an NTP in August 2018. The Phase 3 design was completed in July 2019. ThePhase 3 construction contract and construction management contract were bothawarded in September 2020. Construction started with site work in March 2021and is ongoing. Current activities are related to obtaining permits. The estimatedproject completion date for construction is December 2021 to allow enough timefor phase 3 construction.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2025 Funding 2026-2029 Funding Total
Federal $0 $0 $0 $0
State $0 $0 $0 $0
RTA $0 $0 $0 $0
Service Board / Local $0 $0 $0 $0
Total $0 $0 $0 $0

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$120,282,161
On Budget
On Schedule

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

Current Status
Phase 1 and 2 design and construction are complete. The Phase 3 design task was issued an NTP in August 2018. The Phase 3 design was completed in July 2019. The Phase 3 construction contract and construction management contract were both awarded in September 2020. Construction started with site work in March 2021 and is ongoing. Current activities are related to obtaining permits. The project reached substantial completion in December 2021. This will be the final update on this project.

Last Updated 07.10.2022

+ CTA Replace Non-Revenue 61st St. Rail Shop Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $0 $0 On Schedule

Project Details

Description
Construct a new non-revenue vehicle maintenance facility for maintenance and repair of non-revenueequipment. Facility will also include covered storage tracks for track maintenance equipment. Thepurpose of the new Non-Revenue Rail Vehicle Maintenance Facility is to provide facilities formaintenance and repair of over 125 pieces of non-revenue equipment used for right-of-way maintenanceand other rail-mounted non-revenue vehicles.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2025 Funding 2026-2029 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 $61,034,470 $0 $0 $61,034,470

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$70,017,063
On Budget
On Schedule

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

Current Status
The contractor made considerable progress in this reporting period and requested substantial completion in January 2024, which is under review by CTA. The contractor completed work on the parking lot including laying asphalt, installing, and welding new rail, and other landscape activities. The contractor continues to address punch list items for project closeout. This is the final update on this project.

Last Updated 03.27.2025

+ Metra Right of Way Equipment Support Facilities & Equipment Rail $0 $0 On Schedule

Project Details

Description
This project involves the purchase of various pieces of equipment to be utilized by Metra’s Engineering Department. Equipment purchased under this project will include end loaders, track backhoes, hi-rail equipment for track inspection, track tampers, track stabilizers, tie cranes, and other equipment.
Funding Amounts by Source
*Previous funding shows all funding since 2020, but not with detail by funding source. Note that the project may have funding from capital programs previous to 2020 that is not shown in table.
Source Previous Funding* 2025 Funding 2026-2029 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 $23,897,343 $0 $0 $23,897,343

PMO:

Total Project Budget^ Budget Status Schedule Status Start Date End Date
$27,694,765
On Budget
On Schedule

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

Current Status
Metra has procured and is awaiting delivery of 2 locomotive cranes, 2 hi-rail track excavators, 2 tower trucks and 10 wheel loaders. The track stabilizer, spot temper, blast regulator, tie crane and diesel powered skid-steer loader have been paid for and delivered to Metra.

Last Updated 03.27.2025