KMJV alongside lead design partner, Arup, has been awarded the development phase of the $1bn+ Bloor Yonge Capacity Improvements Project The win will see the Kenaidan Murphy Joint Venture (KMJV), in collaboration with the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), 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. As one of the busiest transit hubs in the Greater Toronto Area, the station is expected to experience a surge in passenger traffic in the coming years. This project is poised to play a crucial role in ensuring that the station can accommodate Toronto’s ongoing growth, urban development and expanded rail network. 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 Robert Gray, KMJV President, said; “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. We look forward to redeveloping this critical transport hub for the benefit of all passengers in the coming years.” Greg Percy, TTC CEO, said; “The TTC looks forward to working with KMJV to further the design of this incredibly important project. 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.” Omid Nakhaei, Principal at Arup, said: “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.” HIGHLIGHTS Two-year development phase KMJV will develop a design, schedule, methodology and target price proposal for the construction of the project
The new framework covers a major programme of construction works across Peel Ports’ UK and Ireland sites. The multi-lot framework will run for a period of up to eight years, with Murphy having been appointed to ‘Lot 1 General Construction’, the scope of which includes drainage; the construction and maintenance of new and existing roads and carparks; earthworks and ground remediation; foundations and piling; the construction, maintenance and refurbishment of new and existing warehouses; paving, surfacing and concrete works; rail construction; bridge construction and refurbishment; and demolition. Chris Cayton, Transportation Managing Director at Murphy, said: “We are delighted to be appointed to this framework – whilst this is our first project win with customer Peel Ports Group, our teams have expertise in this area, with similar works currently underway at Dublin Port. “We look forward to working with Peel Ports Group to deliver world-class infrastructure whilst supporting their commitment to community engagement and ambition of becoming a net-zero port operator by 2040. Lewis McIntyre, Managing Director – Port Services at Peel Ports Group said: “Our rigorous procurement process has allowed us to select the very best regional and national partners, who will support the ongoing development of our network of logistics hubs.” “We look forward to working closely with them on the design and build of various exciting projects in the months and years ahead, all of which are the result of substantial investment in the future of our operations.” HIGHLIGHTS New £750m framework covers a major programme of construction works across Peel Ports’ UK and Ireland sites Murphy has been appointed to ‘Lot 1 General Construction’
