Metro fixed equipment and systems modernization, Montreal Urban Community Transit Corporation (Phase I)

The purpose of this program is to replace and modernize the MUCTC's initial network's equipment and systems; including: motorized installations (escalators, pumps, vents, etc.); railroad related equipment, operational power, control centre, train operating control system, telecommunications and ticket control systems.

The project office is comprised of resources from both the MUCTC and Dessau; its objective was to develop an overall vision so as to strategically plan the various tasks to be performed and then to proceed with the execution phase. 

The project team needs to always anticipate future needs, study, develop and realize the various modernization activities, while integrating optimized systems allowing efficiency, reliability of the various systems and equipment, while ensuring a safe environment and efficient communications to MUCTC clients.      

Services provided by the project office

• Project realized in EPCM mode (Engineering-Procurement-Construction-Management)

• Preparation of Project Plan 2000-2010

• Project plan, organization, follow-up and control

• Project management

• Pre-feasibility and feasibility studies and equipment evaluation reports

• Preliminary drawings and specifications and detailed designs

• Procurement and construction cost estimates and control

• Call for tender documentation, supplier selection and contract negotiation processes

• Procurement management

• Implementation Management (installation, construction)

• Quality control

• Program Change management (in preparation for new equipment implementation)

• Training program management

Project duration

From August 2000 to December 2005

Unique aspects of the project

Contract :  renewable 5-year duration partnershihp convention