PB To Manage California Transit Expansion Program

Orange County, CA - The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) has awarded a contract to Parsons Brinckerhoff (PB) for project management consultant services to support the implementation of a major service expansion program for the Metrolink commuter rail services in Orange County.

The Metrolink expansion program involves increasing commuter rail service to 30-minute service, seven days a week from Laguna Niquel/Mission Viejo to Fullerton, and eventually Los Angeles. According to OCTA, this is a key segment of the overall rail corridor between Los Angeles and San Diego, which is the second busiest rail corridor in the U.S. The implementation of 30-minute service will require a multi-phase program of projects, including station improvements, track improvements and procurement of vehicles.

PB is responsible for overseeing the various projects on behalf of OCTA, providing technical expertise and support as necessary. Specific tasks will include track alignment and design, operational analysis, right-of-way coordination, and project management.

The first phase of the program, which includes the implementation of the 30-minute service, is expected to be completed in 2009.

SOURCE: OCTA