Canadian and Design Construction writer
QUÉBEC CITY – TramCité has selected two consortia as preferred bidders for major contracts on the city’s new tramway network.
Tram Alliance will handle the civil works contract, while Québec Connexion Capitale will take on the systems contract. Together, they will be responsible for designing and building the infrastructure and operational systems for the 19-kilometre TramCité network.
The selections followed a competitive and transparent request-for-proposals process led by CDPQ Infra, conducted under the supervision of an independent monitor.
Tram Alliance includes Construction Kiewit Cie and EBC Inc., with Kiewit Conception as the engineering subcontractor, supported by WSP, Artelia, Cima+, and Régis et Richez_Associés.
Québec Connexion Capitale is made up of AtkinsRéalis Major Projects Inc. and Siemens Mobilité Ltée, with a joint venture of AtkinsRéalis and Siemens as the engineering subcontractor.
Proposals were evaluated on technical quality, project approach, team expertise, execution capacity, knowledge of the local market, schedule compliance, and financial framework adherence.
“Strong market interest and the quality of the proposals received confirm the credibility and attractiveness of a project that will durably transform mobility in Québec City and generate significant economic benefits for the region,” said Daniel Farina, president and chief executive officer of CDPQ Infra.
Jean-Philippe Pelletier, vice-president of TramCité, said the selection represents a “key milestone” and allows the project to rely on highly qualified teams while staying within the budget framework.
The consortia will now work with the rolling stock supplier during a 14-month co-development and detailed design phase, refining technical solutions, consolidating planning, and preparing for upcoming construction.
TramCité is a 19-kilometre urban tramway project jointly undertaken by the Government of Québec, the City of Québec and CDPQ Infra, with financial support from the Government of Canada. The project aims to improve mobility, reshape travel habits, and support regional economic development.
