The amendment facilitates preparatory efforts and construction of the large shaft structure from which the tunnel boring machine will be launched for the project.
The addition of eight new streetcars will help to support the expansion of the KC Streetcar system, particularly as it grows beyond its original downtown route to include the Main Street and Riverfront Extensions.
The RFP follows the Nov. 29 confirmation of C$1.2 billion in federal funding allocated to the TTC from the Canada Public Transit Fund Baseline Funding Stream over 10 years.
VIA Rail seeks a supplier to help replace its current long-distance, regional and remote fleet with modern, comfortable, accessible and sustainable vehicles.
