# LA Metro Begins San Fernando Valley Rail Project

Los Angeles Metro broke ground on the 6.7-mile East San Fernando Valley Light Rail Transit Project on October 19, 2026. The estimated construction cost is $3.998 billion, including an $893 million U.S. Department of Transportation grant. No specific solicitation or contractor award was announced, so the project represents a major upcoming infrastructure pipeline rather than a currently identified award opportunity.

- The project’s scale and federal grant funding make it relevant to firms pursuing transit construction and related project packages.
- Companies can use Metro procurement notices to identify upcoming solicitations; the announcement itself does not specify package scopes, awardees, or proposal deadlines.
- Potential bidders and subcontractors can evaluate how their capabilities align with light rail construction needs as procurement packages are released.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Transportation, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** November 06, 2026

### Government Entities
- Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro)
- U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT)
- Federal Transit Administration (FTA)

### Key Quotes
> We want to improve access and mobility for the diverse communities along the route who depend on transit. The new East San Fernando Valley Light Rail Transit Project is a huge step in providing access to jobs and the economic boost from the project will benefit local residents and the economy.
> — Stephanie Wiggins, Metro Chief Executive Officer

### Sources
- [Metro Breaks Ground on East San Fernando Valley Light Rail Transit Project, Improving Mobility Throughout San Fernando Valley    - LA Metro](https://www.metro.net/about/media-relations/metro-breaks-ground-on-east-san-fernando-valley-light-rail-transit-project-improving-mobility-throughout-san-fernando-valley/) - CA