Ontario Construction News staff writer
The Kenaidan Murphy Joint Venture (KMJV), alongside lead design partner, Arup, has been awarded the development phase of the $1bn+ Bloor Yonge Capacity Improvements Project for the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC).
“We are incredibly proud to have been selected by the TTC to deliver this landmark project. The scope, logistical challenges, operational requirements and large number of stakeholders will allow us to showcase KMJV’s capabilities, leveraging Kenaidan’s local knowledge and relationships with Murphy’s international major project experience,” said Robert Gray, KMJV president. “We look forward to redeveloping this critical transport hub for the benefit of all passengers in the coming years.”
KMJV, in collaboration with the TTC, will deliver the development services phase of a major transformation of the Bloor-Yonge Subway Station which is in the heart of the commercial district in Downtown Toronto.
“This project will significantly expand the capacity of one of the busiest transit hubs in Toronto improving the experience of many commuters and visitors alike. Bloor Yonge station is located directly below our Arup office in Toronto, making this project especially meaningful for our team,” said Omid Nakhaei, principal at Arup.
The progressive contract will see KMJV enter a two-year development phase, during which the team will work collaboratively with the TTC to develop a design, schedule, methodology and target price proposal for the construction of the project. Acceptance of this will lead to the delivery of the $1bn+ project which comprises of:
- A new Line 2 passenger platform for eastbound service
- Expanding Line 1 northbound and southbound passenger platforms
- New accessible entrance south side of Bloor Street East
- Mechanical and Electrical work including a multi-level electrical building and subway ventilation fans with associated housing; a combination of new provisions and refurbishment of existing facilities
- Utilities relocation, highway and public realm works
“The TTC looks forward to working with KMJV to further the design of this incredibly important project,” said Greg Percy, TTC CEO. “Expanding and improving Bloor-Yonge station is critical to ensuring that transit in Toronto can continue to serve the needs to the population for years to come,” said Greg Percy, TTC CEO.
