Docklands Light Railway - Capacity Enhancement Project

Project

• Modification of existing stations and infrastructure to introduce longer, three-car trains across the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) network in order to provide additional capacity.
• Includes the provision of a new South Quay station and new grade separated junction at Canning Town.
• Works to be completed December 2010.
• Approximate project value: £250million.

The Approach

• Pre-contract cost management for construction or modification of various structures, stations, systems, (including OLE and signalling).
• Optioneering
• Preparation of feasibility and outline design stage estimates.
• Preparation of initial cost plan and subsequent updating/reporting to DLR board.
• Input into risk and value management processes.
• Validation of estimates provided by other consultants. Production of initial cashflow forecasts and subsequent updating.
• Input into the preparation of tender documentation.
• Commercial tender evaluation and recommendation.
• Post contract commercial management of implementation contract.

The Challenge

• Restricted sites creating logistical problems with construction sequencing.
• Interface between DLR, London Underground Limited (LUL) and Network Rail.
• Works adjacent to operational railway.
• Minimising impact on customers and third parties.

Outcome

• Initial schemes at specific locations have been completed on time and to budget.
  
• Remaining works are currently on programme for delivery.