115472 | Projects of Significance (SEPTA)

SEPTA and its regional partners continue to advance key Projects of Significance to build towards a shared lifestyle transit network vision for Southeastern Pennsylvania. These projects are instrumental to ensuring SEPTA is able to achieve the goals set forth in our strategic plan, SEPTA Forward. SEPTA’s Bus Revolution, Trolley Modernization, King of Prussia Rail and railcar replacement projects are all critical links to ensuring SEPTA achieves its goal for a more resilient, prosperous and equitable region for everyone, with transit at the core.
Regional Rail Master Plan Implementation:
This process will progress concepts and alternatives evaluated through the Regional RailMaster Plan effort, including more detailed alternative analysis and concept design.Work may include progression of appropriate NEPA work with a focus on increasing grant-program readiness. Specific components for further study are currently being identified but will include continued coordination with external stakeholders.
Bus Revolution includes the following projects:
-Bus Network Enhancements Project - $105M (FY 2022 – FY 2034 Property Acquisition, Design and Construction)
-South Philadelphia Transportation Center - $12.25M (FY 2022 – FY 2026 Property Acquisition, Design and Construction)
-Wissahickon Transportation Center - $37.64M (Prior Years – FY 2025 Construction)
-Micro Transit Service Implementation Project - $6.11M (FY 2024 - FY 2025)
King of Prussia Rail- 30% Non-CIG Share Funding Commitment - $390M (FY 2021 – FY 2029 Design and Construction).
SEPTA’s King of Prussia Rail Project (KOP Rail) will extend the existing Norristown High Speed Line (NHSL) 4 miles into King of Prussia. The project includes five ADA accessible stations and will provide a “one-seat” ride from any station along the NHSL, including the 69th Street Transportation Center in Upper Darby and the Norristown Transportation Center in Norristown.
The KOP Rail Project is currently proceeding towards 30 percent design. In October 2021, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) officially approved entry of the project into the Project Development stage of its Capital Investment Grant (CIG) program. Project Development activities will add more design and engineering detail to KOP Rail and the five stations and supporting documentation, including a draft financial plan and evaluation of project delivery methods. The total project is currently estimated at $2.08 billion dollars.
The Market-Frankford Line Vehicle Replacement - $720M (FY 2021 – FY 2022 MFL Vehicle Design) (FY 2023 – FY 2029 Rail Vehicle Replacement
This project will purchase modern trainsets to replace the aging Market-Frankford Line M-4 Railcars. Included within the budget of this project is vehicle specification development as well as signal system and other infrastructure improvements needed to enhance operational efficiency of the new railcars.
Regional Rail Cars Silverliner IV Replacement - $250M (FY 2028 – FY 2034)
This project is for pursuing future procurement of regional rail cars to replace the Authority’s aging Silverliner IV railcar fleet. The Silverliner IV railcar fleet was built between 1974 and 1976. This initial investment in the replacement of the aging fleet will ensure that service on Regional Rail continues to be safe and reliable.
Trolley Modernization $1.15B (FY 2021 – FY 2025 Design and Initial Enhancements) (FY 2022 – FY 2032 Trolley Acquisition) (FY 2023 – FY 2029 Construction).
These capital funds allow SEPTA to advance early action trolley infrastructure design and construction for the Trolley Modernization program. The new ADA accessible vehicles will require a complex and closely interrelated series of infrastructure upgrades in areas such as communications, signals, power, ADA stations, bridge improvements and maintenance facilities.
The goals of the Trolley Modernization program are:
-Accessible Trolleys that are fast and easy to use
- A system in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act including vehicles and stations
-Providing quick, reliable and higher capacity service
- A safe and improved customer experience
-This program advances equity by improving trolley access and service that disproportionately serves people of color, low-income populations, and individuals with disabilities.
Specific activities to be addressed include the following:
- Property acquisition for the new accessible vehicle Facility/Facilities
-ADA Accessibility and State of Good Repair Improvements to 19th and 37th Street Trolley Stations
-Bridge enhancements to support the new vehicles
- Trolley Tunnel State of Good Repair Program, including the overhaul of the 40th Street Substation
-Develop modern station design standards and identify locations with public input and community engagement
-Study and advancement of end-of-line improvements
-Coordination with utilities and the City of Philadelphia
-Preliminary engineering and program management for overall project
- ADA Accessible vehicle acquisition.
69th Street Transportation Center Comprehensive Plan Implementation - $4M (FY 2022 - FY 2024 Design and Early Actions)
Development of a comprehensive master plan and undertake early actions to rehabilitate and improve service at the 69th Street Transportation Center. These infrastructure and intermodal connectivity improvements are critical to the success of Trolley Modernization, King of Prussia (KOP) Rail, and Bus Revolution.
Rebirth of Southwest Philadelphia Transportation Network - $25M (FY 2024)
The project will implement trolley modernization and comeplete streets improvements on approximately 3.85 miles of roadway along the Route 36 corridor from 49th Street and Grays Avenue to 56th Street and Island Avenue.
Regional Rail Master Plan Implementation Project - $3M (FY 2024 - Ongoing)
Provides funding for planning and design acitivites related to the Regional Rail Master Plan.
Microtransit Service Implementation project - $6.11 M (FY 2024 - FY 2025)

No milestones are available for this project.