BUS SHELTER PROGRAM WITHIN THE UMSA

Board of County Commissioners · 2026-06-02 · resolution

Miami-Dade County Commission amended Legislative Item File Number 260749, authorizing an additional expenditure of $24,980,000 for Contract No. RFP-01071, the Bus Passenger Shelter Program. This brings the total modified amount to $54,944,885. The project aims to install 500 additional bus passenger shelters with illumination systems and trash receptacles within the Unincorporated Municipal Service Area (UMSA). This initiative is funded by the People's Transportation Plan (PTP) Bond Program. The vendor for this contract is Outfront Media Group, LLC. The decision was 'Amended' on June 2, 2026, with a favorable recommendation from the Transportation Committee on May 12, 2026. The project is part of a multi-year initiative to modernize bus stop infrastructure and expand passenger amenities, responding to community input for greater shelter coverage, improved rider comfort, and enhanced safety. The additional shelters will increase UMSA sheltered stops from approximately 67% to 89%.