Works begin this month on the first group of stations that are part of the ongoing Enhanced Station Initiative (ESI) to create new and dramatically improved metro stations throughout New York. The awarding of the USD 72.1 million contract to Citnalta-Forte Joint Venture in late 2016 started the process for the extensive renovations planned for the Prospect Av, Bay Ridge Av and 53 St R Subway stations. These three stations on the R Subway line opened in 1915 as part of the Brooklyn-Manhattan Transit Corporation and will require major demolition work before extensive renovations can begin.
The renovations for all three stations include infrastructure work such as concrete and steel repairs; new platform edges; waterproofing; upgraded electrical and communications systems; track wall and platform wall repairs; new granite flooring; new stair finishes; glass barriers in station mezzanines; new LED lighting; and improved station signage.
For the station modernization project, the MTA worked with consultants Grimshaw Architects to study and revise existing design guidelines for stations and facilities, with a focus on identifying ways to improve their appearance, usage, wayfinding and the flow of foot traffic.
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo has directed the MTA to use design-build procurement for these renovations, the first time that NYC Transit is using this method for delivering construction projects.
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