California Construction News staff writer
AECOM and the Portal Connectors team have been chosen by the Transbay Joint Powers Authority (TJPA) to provide construction management services for the Portal – San Francisco’s downtown rail extension (DTX) project.
“AECOM has been proud to support the TJPA since the inception of the Transbay Program, and we’re thrilled to help deliver the next phase of this transformative investment,” said Mark Southwell, chief executive of AECOM’s global Transportation business. “Our world class tunneling capabilities and fully integrated service offerings address all aspects of large-scale tunnel projects, making us well positioned to deliver this crucial work that will serve as a lynchpin for the region’s long-term transit needs.”
The Portal Connectors team, led by AECOM, will oversee securing FTA funding, finalizing the procurement plan for 2024, adopting collaborative delivery models, designing and constructing tunnel stations, and integrating the Portal with existing rail systems and operations.
The two-kilometer extension will primarily be built underground using cut-and-cover and mined tunneling techniques beneath Townsend and Second Streets. The plan includes an underground station at Fourth and Townsend Streets, connections to the Salesforce Transit Center’s basement levels, utility relocations, and track and system installations.
“Our extensive experience with various rail projects, from urban transit to high-speed rail, continues to establish us as a reliable partner for clients seeking integrated rail solutions,” said Drew Jeter, Chief Executive of AECOM’s Program Management. “We’re eager to apply our capabilities to this multi-modal transit hub, which promises significant mobility and environmental benefits for the Bay Area and beyond.”
