Construction Project Briefing April 14, 2010 Slide #2 Today’s Presentation • Cermak Station Project • Brown Line Capacity Expansion Project • Subway Escalators Project • Dearborn Subway Tie Replacement Project • Systemwide Communications Upgrade Project • Howard Signals Project • Loop Signals Project • Blue Line Signals Project Slide #3 Project Title: Cermak Station Project Managing Department: Facilities Construction * Justification of Need: Reconstruct station entrance after vehicle accident and fatality; make station ADA compliant * Priority of Project: High * Project Budget: $12.5M * Earned to Date: $2.6M * Percent Change Orders to Construction Contract: 0% * Percent Time Used to Date: 27% * Funding Source: ARRA (Federal Stimulus Funds) * Procurement Status: Archer auxiliary entrance is under construction. Will apply for permit in Spring 2010 for Cermak Station main entrance. * Estimated Start Date/Estimated Length of Project: Project started November 2009; 15 month duration * Project Manager: Steven Mascheri (GM), Chris Mulcrone (PM) * Overview of Scope: New auxiliary entrance at Archer Avenue, new station house with new revenue equipment, elevator, escalator, and bike racks at Cermak entrance, attain ADA compliance upon project completion. Slide #4 Project Title: Cermak Station Project Managing Department: Facilities Construction * Impact on Customers: Cermak entrance will be closed during construction. CTA will construct new Archer entrance to keep station open. * Benefit to System: Station will become ADA-compliant. Third means of egress from platform for station access & exiting * Benefit to Community: Station will become ADA-compliant. New Archer Avenue auxiliary entrance. * Impact on Accessibility: Station will become ADA-compliant * Estimated # of Jobs Created: 50 on-site jobs (Contractor, CM, PM) * Customer Communication Need: Cermak entrance to be closed during construction and will reroute customers to Archer auxiliary entrance * Comparable Projects: Brown Line Capacity Expansion Project Slide #5 Project Title: Cermak Station Project Managing Department: Facilities Construction * The design of Archer entrance has been completed and the permit was issued in December 2009. * The design of Cermak entrance is underway with 30% progress set of drawings issued. CTA departments are reviewing and providing comments to those drawings. * The construction of the Archer entrance began in November 2009 and the stationhouse steel was erected, the concrete walkway was poured and underground utilities were relocated. Fabrication of stationhouse finish materials continues as well as finalizing the process plan for platform cut to new stationhouse. Scheduled completion date of the Archer entrance is 6/1/10. * At the Cermak main entrance, the damaged escalator was removed and the site is currently being prepped for new escalator, stairs and elevator. Electrical work is being finalized for the Archer Entrance. Scheduled completion date of the Cermak main entrance is 12/31/10. * There are no current delays on this project. Slide #6 Project Title: Cermak Station Project Managing Department: Facilities Construction * This picture shows the progress on Archer stationhouse. Stationhouse steel being erected. Slide #7 Project Title: Cermak Station Project Managing Department: Facilities Construction * This picture shows the concrete walkway being poured and footing for staircase being prepped for installation. Slide #8 Project Title: Brown Line Capacity Expansion Project Managing Department: Facilities Construction * Justification of Need: Accommodate increased ridership, provide accessibility, upgrade support systems * Priority of Project: $529.9M * Earned to Date: $506.3 or 95.6% * Percent Change Orders to Construction Contract: 7.93% (includes all 7 contracts) * Percent Time Used to Date: 100% * Funding Source: FFGA * Estimated Start Date/Estimated Length of Project: NTP 12/2004; Completion date 12/31/09 * Project Manager: Bob Wittmann (GM); Pedro Hurtado and John Titzer (PM) * Detailed overview of scope: o Extend platforms to allow for 8-car operations o Make stations ADA accessible o Rehab 18 stations; add elevators to 13 stations o Restore 8 historic stations in agreement with the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency o Upgrade signal, power and communications delivery system Slide #9 Project Title: Brown Line Capacity Expansion Project Managing Department: Facilities Construction * Fullerton and Belmont stations were both substantially complete on December 31, 2009. Punchlist work has begun at both locations and is ongoing. * There are no current delays on this project. Slide #10 Project Title: Subway Escalators Managing Department: Facilities Construction * Justification of Need: Escalators beyond useful life; high maintenance cost * Total Project Budget: $22.8M * Construction Contract Value: $17.1M * Earned to Date: $14.1M or 82% * Percent Change Orders to Construction Contract: 3.98% * Percent Time Used to Date: 76% * Funding Source: FTA and ARRA * Estimated Start Date/Estimated Length of Project: NTP 1/7/08; Completion date 9/22/10 * Project Manager: Bob Wittmann (GM), Rick Herndobler (PM) * Detailed Overview of Scope: Replace nine escalators, reopen one exit and relocate one escalator facility on the Red and Blue Line Subways Slide #11 Project Title: Subway Escalators Managing Department: Facilities Construction The following was work either completed or to be under construction: * Jackson/Van Buren Red (street to mezzanine escalator) was returned to service 2/19/09 * Monroe/Adams Red (platform to mezzanine escalator) was returned to service 3/19/09 * Adams/Jackson Red (street to mezzanine escalator) was returned to service 4/18/09 * Randolph/Washington Blue (platform to mezzanine escalator) was returned to service 5/4/09 * Adams/Jackson Red (street to mezzanine escalator) was returned to service 9/4/09 * Harrison Red (platform to mezzanine escalator) was returned to service 9/9/09 * Monroe/Adams Red (street to mezzanine escalator)was returned to service 9/28/09 * Monroe/Adams Red (street to mezzanine escalator) is scheduled to return to service in July 2010. * Madison/Monroe Blue (platform to mezzanine escalator) is scheduled to return to service in August 2010. * Delay Explanation: o Monroe/Adams (Red Line) – An unexpected deterioration of steel beam supporting the bottom of the escalator requires replacement with a new concrete beam. Deterioration was hidden by an old escalator. Design and construction of the new beam will delay this escalator, but will not delay the overall project completion. o Madison/Monroe (Blue Line) – An unexpected deterioration of the existing structural stair slab adjacent to the escalator was revealed during stair reconstruction. Design and construction of stair slab repairs may delay this escalator, but will not delay overall project completion. Slide #12 Project Title: Dearborn Subway Tie Replacement Project Managing Department: Power & Way Construction * Justification of Need: Growing number of slow zones in Dearborn Subway * Priority of Project: Critical * Total Project Budget: $87.8M * Construction Contract Value: $58M * Earned to Date: $55.4M * Percent Change Orders to Construction Contract: 5% * Percent Time Used to Date: 100% * Funding Source: ARRA * Estimated Start Date/Estimated Length of Project: NTP 3/27/09; Completion by 3/7/10 * Project Manager: Carole Morey (GM), David Heard (PM) * Detailed Overview of Scope: Work includes replacement of all wooden half-ties and ballasted track with direct fixation track systems, replacement of portions of running rail and all contact rail and contact rail chairs, special track work in LaSalle Crossover, negative return and signal work, concrete repair in deteriorated sections of tunnel and footwalk, and grouting and sewer cleaning. Slide #13 Project Title: Dearborn Subway Tie Replacement Project Managing Department: Power & Way Construction * Impact on Customers: One construction season (2009-2010); 2 signal tracks, 21 line cuts * Benefit to System: Slow Zones in Dearborn Subway will be eliminated; can safely run trains at higher speeds * Benefit to Community: Faster commute time through the Dearborn Subway once construction is complete * Impact on Accessibility: N/A * Estimated # of Jobs Created: 200 on-site jobs (Contractor, CM, PM) * Customer Communication Need: Project website, signage, additional Customer Assistants at Blue Line Stations * Comparable Projects: Block 37 Half Tie Project (Red and Blue Lines), State Street Subway Tie Project Slide #14 Project Title: Dearborn Subway Tie Replacement Project Managing Department: Power & Way Construction The following are the project’s milestones: * Milestone A was completed 8/24/09. Work included tie demolition, rail replacement and placement of temporary plates between the North Portal and Grand Crossover * Milestone B was completed 8/31/09. Half-tie replacement and replacement of rail from 1,000 feet south of Grand crossover to the south end of the platform at Clark/Lake. * Milestone C work was completed 12/14/09. Work included half-tie replacement and replacement of running rail from the south end of the platform at Clark/Lake to east of the river, removal of ballast, pour of new invert and half-ties and replacement of running rail from east of the river to the south portal, and special track work at LaSalle Crossover. * Substantial completion was reached on this project on 3/7/10. * There are currently no delays on this project. Remaining work: Final work remaining includes punchlist items to be completed under flagging protection. Slide #15 Project Title: Systemwide Communications Upgrade Managing Department: Power & Way Construction * Justification of Need: Upgrade communication infrastructure to address technological changes. * Priority of Project: High * Construction Contract Value: $44.5M * Earned to Date: $37.7M * Percent Change Orders to Construction Contract: 43% * Percent Time Used to Date: 98% * Funding Source: IDOT, RTA, Bond funds * Estimated Start Date/Estimated Length of Project: NTP 9/1/05; contract extended to 12/31/09 * Project Manager: Carole Morey (GM), Herb Nitz (PM) * Detailed Overview of Scope: Work includes upgrade of new fiber optic and copper backbone, installation of over 40 miles of new fiber and over 60 miles of new copper (with Brown Line), and installation of over 120 new high-speed fiber optic nodes. Slide #16 Project Title: Systemwide Communications Upgrade Managing Department: Power & Way Construction * Impact on Customers: N/A * Benefit to System: Improve systemwide communication capabilities, reduce operating costs and support future technology enhancements that can improve safety, security and efficiency. * Benefit to Community: N/A * Impact on Accessibility: N/A * Estimated # of Jobs Created: N/A * Customer Communication Need: N/A * Comparable Projects: Blue Line Signals Project Slide #17 Project Title: Systemwide Communications Upgrade Managing Department: Power & Way Construction * The Brown Line Communications package (excluding VMS scope) was completed and substantial completion was issued. A punchlist is under development. * The installation of Digital Advertising screens on the Brown Line has been suspended. Instead, variable message signs (VMS) will be installed at the Belmont and Fullerton stations. VMS/digital advertising signs at the remaining Brown Line stations will be installed under a separate contract. This work is substantially complete and punchlist is under development. * Dearborn Subway phones and fiber was installed under the Blue Line Signals Contract. Integration of phones to occur under Systemwide Communications Upgrade contract. Per Aldridge, problems with Avaya PBX installation has delayed phone cutovers. As of 4/2/10, Aldridge reported PBX issues have been resolved and integration will resume. * Base contract work is substantially complete and a punchlist is under development. The new fiber optic and copper backbone was upgraded; over 40 miles of new fiber and 60 miles of new copper (w/Brown Line) was installed; and over 120 new high-speed fiber optic cable nodes was installed. * There is an approved systemwide upgrades/bulletin 15 work which was added to the contract under change order #7 and approved in June 2008. * There is one delay to report, Proceed Order (6/1/09) extended the contract for an additional 7 months at not cost to CTA. Slide #18 Project Title: Howard Signals Project Managing Department: Power & Way Construction * Justification of Need: Restore system reliability and improve performance of the train control system * Priority of Project: High * Total Project Budget: $7M * Construction Contract Value: $5.5M (Signal); $355K (JOC); $555K (Additional JOC work funded) * Earned to Date: $784K (Signal); $320K (JOC) * Percent Change Orders to Construction Contract: 0% * Percent Time Used to Date: 29% (Signal); 100% (JOC); 0% (Additional JOC) * Funding Source: CTA Bonds * Estimated Start Date/Estimated Length of Project: NTP issued 8/6/09; completion by 7/27/11. * Project Manager: Barney Gray (GM); Grace Ohs (PM) * Detailed Overview of Scope: o Upgrade existing Vital Processor Interlocking (VPI) systems at interlockings near the Howard Street Station. Upgrades to Communication hardware and software. Also includes replacement of faceplates for Howard Control Panel, new CTC Workstation and new Maintainer’s overview displays. o Project also includes supplemental JOC work at Howard Tower. Roof replacement, HVAC replacement, and new fire suppression system is included. o NOTE: The additional $555K JOC work will be paid out of separate funds allocated by the Capital Finance Department. Slide #19 Project Title: Howard Signals Project Managing Department: Power & Way Construction * Impact on Customers: During non-rush periods, reduced train speeds when workers are on the ROW. * Benefit to System: Improve signal system at Howard Interlocking to prevent delays to service. * Benefit to Community: More consistent travel times due to increased reliability * Impact on Accessibility: N/A * Estimated # of Jobs Created: N/A * Customer Communication Need: Courtesy notification to the Alderman and community about the project. Train announcements about reduced speeds due to workers on the ROW. * Comparable Projects: Blue Line Signals Project, Loop Signals Project Slide #20 Project Title: Howard Signals Project Managing Department: Power & Way Construction Construction Progress * The printed circuit boards were received and installation will start in April 2010. * Wight-Hill started work 6/10/09, HVAC and roof work is substantially complete. This portion of the project is in closeout. * There are no current delays on this project. Slide #21 Project Title: Loop Signals Project Managing Department: Power & Way Construction * Justification of Need: Upgrade Towers and interlocking control systems to current technology; Tower 18 past useful life * Total Project Budget: $103.2M * Construction Contract Value: $67.8M * Earned to Date: $49.7M or 73.2% * Percent Change Orders to Construction Contract: 40.7% * Percent Time Used to Date: 100% * Funding Source: FTA, RTA, Bond funds * Estimated Start Date/Estimated Length of Project: NTP 2/21/07; Original completion date 9/2009; Revised completion date 9/2010 * Project Manager: Barney Gray (GM); Brittany Dyra (PM) * Detailed Overview of Scope: o New Bi-directional Cab Signal System for the Loop o Construction of new Control Tower at Lake/Wells o New control panel with remote controls for Tower 12 and Jefferson o Installation of a new Signal Facility Building at Randolph/Wells o Installation of a new Tower 12 Relay House o Installation of new Interlocking at Jefferson Slide #22 Project Title: Loop Signals Project Managing Department: Power & Way Construction Construction Progress * Milestone 1- Approved Signal Block Design: Original completion date was 8/20/07, revised completion date was 4/2008, actual completion date was 3/18/08 * Milestone 2-Approved Cable Plan: Original completion date was 9/4/07, revised completion date was 5/2008, actual completion date was 5/21/08 * Milestone 3-Approved Tower 18 Circuit Design: Original completion date was 9/19/07, revised completion date was 6/2008, actual completion date was 12/2/08 * Milestone 4-Audio Circuit Cutover: Original completion date was 9/2008, revised completion date was not given, actual completion date was 9/14/08 * Milestone 5-Tower 18 Relay Room: Original completion date was 3/20/09, revised completion date was 10/09, actual completion date is still TBD * Milestone 6-Tower 18: This milestone can’t be started until Milestone 5 is complete. Original completion date was not provided, revised completion date is 5/2010, actual completion date is still TBD * Milestone 7-Tower 18 Interlocking: Original completion date was 8/2009, revised completion date is 6/2010, actual completion date is still TBD * Milestone 8-Tower 12 Interlocking: Original completion date was 8/2009, revised completion date is 9/2010, actual completion date is still TBD * Milestone 9- Substantial Completion: Original completion date was 9/2009, revised completion date is 9/2010, actual completion date is still TBD * NOTE: Tower 18 Relay Room (milestone #5) cutover was completed 11/16/09; testing still remains related to this milestone. Slide #23 Project Title: Blue Line Signals Project Managing Department: Power & Way Construction * Justification of Need: Signal system is beyond expected service life and upgrades needed for compatibility with new AC-powered rail cars. Traction Power upgrades needed to reduce power shutdowns and service disruptions. * Total Project Budget: $243M * Construction Contract Value: $185.1M * Earned to Date: $178.8M or 97% * Percent Change Orders to Construction Contract: 7.1% * Percent Time Used to Date: 100% of original time, 100% with new date of 11/22/09 * Funding Source: CTA Bonds, RTA, FTA, IDOT * Estimated Start Date/Estimated Length of Project: NTP 12/1/05; Original scope completion date 7/1/09, substantial completion date for additional work 11/22/09 * Project Manager: Barney Gray (GM); Grace Ohs (PM) * Detailed Overview of Scope: o Blue Line Signal and Traction Power Upgrades. o Replace and upgrade signals, power distribution, and associated components at various facilities in the Dearborn Subway, and on the Congress and Kennedy Branches of the Blue Line and State Street Subway. Upgrades to communication facilities. Slide #24 Project Title: Blue Line Signals Project Managing Department: Power & Way Construction Construction Progress * Partial substantial completion was issued from Forest Park to Jefferson Park for signal work. Punch list work continues. * Additional work currently ongoing: Automatic Vehicle Identification Upgrades, Worker Ahead Zone Modifications, Track Markers, and Lake Street Cable Rerouting for Blocked Duct Bank. * Testing of 13th and 17th Towers is scheduled to start 1/25/10 and continue for five weeks. Testing to be completed March 19, 2010. * Delay Explanation: Contract Completion date extended from July 1, 2009 to November 22, 2009 for the completion of additional work. Final acceptance and punchlist items will continue after November 22, 2009.