Request for Proposals Issued for Davenport Diamond Project
February 28, 2018
TORONTO - Infrastructure Ontario (IO) and Metrolinx have issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to three shortlisted teams to design, build and finance the Davenport Diamond Rail Grade Separation project. This project is part of Metrolinx's work to provide faster, more frequent and convenient transit service across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, as part of the GO Regional Express Rail (RER) program.
The shortlisted teams-Davenport Construction Partners, Graham Commuter Rail Solution and Steelhead-were selected based on criteria identified in the Request for Qualifications process. Criteria included design and construction experience, and the financial capacity to deliver a project of this size and complexity.
The teams have been invited to respond to the RFP and will begin preparing proposals that detail how they will design, build and finance the project. Once submissions are received, IO and Metrolinx will evaluate the proposals, select a preferred proponent and then negotiate a final contract. The successful proponent is expected to be announced in fall 2018. A fairness monitor is overseeing the entire procurement process.
A copy of the RFP is available at
www.infrastructureontario.ca
Scope of work for the project includes:
- Construction of a grade separation structure between the north/south GO Rail corridor and east/west CP Rail corridor to minimize delays to GO service
- Implementation of a pedestrian underpass to restore east/west connection at Paton Road
- Erection of retaining walls forming the approaches of the grade separation structure, topped with noise barrier walls and superimposed cladding to minimize impacts on the community
- Construction of a rail guideway offset within the corridor during construction to accommodate a temporary diversion track and a temporary rail diamond
- Modification of an existing at-grade road crossing at Wallace Avenue to become a road under rail grade separation
- Enhancements to the public realm, including artwork on the structure cladding and new pedestrian and cyclist routes
- Provisions for future electrification implemented within upgraded rail infrastructure to accommodate future electrified GO train service.
Collaborating with local communities to design new public infrastructure is part of Ontario's plan to create fairness and opportunity during this period of rapid economic change. The plan includes a higher minimum wage and better working conditions, free tuition for hundreds of thousands of students, easier access to affordable child care, and free prescription drugs for everyone under 25 through the biggest expansion of medicare in a generation.
Quick Facts:
- Ontario is investing $21.3 billion to transform the GO rail network from a commuter transit system to a regional rapid transit system, including the GO RER program, which will provide faster, more frequent service with electrification on core segments of the GO network.
- Work on the Davenport Diamond project is key component of the GO RER program. As part of GO RER, Metrolinx is undertaking major infrastructure upgrades, including additional tracks, GO station modifications, improved rail crossings, systems for electrification, and new locomotives and train control systems to enable more frequent service.
- The project is being delivered as a Design Build Finance contract using Infrastructure Ontario's Alternative Financing and Procurement model, which transfers risks associated with design, construction and financing of the project to the private sector.
- Ontario is making the largest infrastructure investment in hospitals, schools, public transit, roads and bridges in the province's history. To learn more about what's happening in your community, visit Ontario.ca/BuildON.
Quotes:
“Eliminating the level crossing at the Davenport Diamond will improve safety and allow us to add new, electrified rail service in this corridor. Our government is committed to working with the community to ensure their perspectives are included in the project's final design.”
Kathryn McGarry, Minister of Transportation
“The Davenport Diamond project is a critical component of the improvements to GO transit and the delivery of GO Regional Express Rail. These types of transit improvements are critical because they keep people and goods moving, communities growing, and they help build Ontario up.”
Bob Chiarelli, Minister of Infrastructure
“The Davenport Diamond project will be an exciting addition to the community, with a new greenway park, an extension of the West Toronto Railpath, and integrated international-calibre artwork. As part of our GO Transit Expansion program, customers will enjoy more and better GO services, less road traffic and more safety.”
Phil Verster, President and CEO, Metrolinx
“We have three qualified teams vying for the Davenport Diamond contract. We look forward to receiving competitive proposals and announcing a successful proponent to deliver this important part of the RER program later this year.”
Ehren Cory, President and CEO, Infrastructure Ontario
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Contacts:
Lisa DiMenna
Infrastructure Ontario
416-326-9378
Anne Marie Aikins
Metrolinx
416-202-5796
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