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TAP Electric is proud to celebrate, alongside the Package 3 Design-Build Team led by Halmar International and Lead Designer Dewberry Engineers, the MTA, and the New York City Department of Transportation, the successful completion and commissioning of elevators EL 225 and EL 226 at 34th Street–Penn Station. Earlier in 2025, elevators EL 227 and EL 228 were also replaced and placed into service, completing the elevator upgrades at this station under this project, and supportin

Last week, Forte/TAP. hosted its annual Staff Picked Charity celebration. This year, we welcomed the Thomas Cutinella Memorial Foundation and Argus Community to our headquarters. The employees who nominated them shared why each cause matters to them, and the organizations spoke about their work and the people behind it. Sharing those stories together served as a reminder that when support is personal, it is powerful. You can read more about the personal stories behind each no

TAP Electric is proud to celebrate, alongside the Package 3 Design-Build Team led by Halmar International and Lead Designer Dewberry Engineers, the MTA, and the New York City Department of Transportation, the official opening of the new Church Avenue Station serving the B and Q train lines. As a key electrical subcontractor, TAP Electric played an essential role in delivering fully ADA-accessible station upgrades, including new elevators, stairs, and a modernized mezzanine co

TAP Electric is proud to highlight our work as a subcontractor to the Citnalta–Forte Joint Venture on the recently completed upgrades at Grand Central Terminal, delivered in partnership with the MTA. This project brought modern electrical and communication systems to one of New York City’s most iconic and busiest transit hubs. Our team delivered a full range of electrical improvements, including new normal and emergency power distribution, advanced lighting and controls, and

At TAP, giving back begins with the stories that shape our team. Each year, we roll out our staff-picked charity tradition, inviting everyone to put forward a charity that has touched their lives in a meaningful way. This practice ensures that this annual donation isn’t just a contribution—it’s an expression of the values, experiences, and connections that define who we are as a company. This year, the stories shared by our team were especially powerful—so much so that we cho

This year’s theme for International Volunteer Day is “Every Contribution Matters,” and our team proves that in the most meaningful ways. Your time, your energy, your heart—none of it goes unnoticed. Thank you for showing up and making an impact we’re truly proud of.

As we celebrate New York Apprenticeship Month, we’re proud to highlight the hardworking apprentices who bring energy, skill, and heart to TAP Electric every day. Their steady growth and the accomplishments they achieve—both on the job and in the classroom—show just how bright their futures are. We’re truly proud of the commitment and talent they bring to our team. Here’s to the next generation of electrical professionals at TAP Electric!

We’re proud to share that TAP Electric has been named as one of ENR’s 2025 Top 600 Specialty Contractors!  This recognition is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and expertise of our incredible team. Every project completed and every milestone reached has contributed to this achievement. Congratulations to our entire TAP team for continuing to raise the standard of excellence across the industry!

Exciting work in progress at Penn Station!   TAP Electric is proud to be part of the ongoing modernization efforts at Penn Station, currently in the process of delivering 81 new Solari passenger information display replacements. Many of these original displays have been in service since 2002, with some components dating back to the early 1980s.    The new high-definition TFT-based “stretched monitors” will replace outdated systems and significantly improve communication for p

TAP Electric is honored to be recognized as one of ENR East 2025 Top Specialty Contractors! We’re so proud of our incredible team, their...

We’re proud to mark a major milestone at TAP Electric — the graduation of our latest class of apprentices! This achievement reflects...

Our 14th Annual Family BBQ at the Long Island Ducks Stadium was a great success! Highlighted by awesome company, delicious food, and...

The American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) awarded Gannett Fleming’s entry, the MTA New York City Transit Livonia Avenue...

In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has undertaken extensive repair and upgrade projects to...

TAP Electric is proud to announce that Niea Robinson, one of our electrical apprentices, was featured on CBS New York. The segment...

In a significant stride towards fortifying its infrastructure against the impacts of extreme weather events, the New York City Transit's...

We had a successful food drive this year! We donated and collected 2,096 pounds of food for Island Harvest, a local food bank that...

TAP Electric was recognized at the Helping Hand Rescue Mission's 7th Annual Fall Founders' Tea for our continued support of their...

TAP Electrical Contracting Service is proud to announce our recognition as one of ENR's Top 600 Specialty Contractors in 2023. This...

Local 363 Electrician Pooran Mohabir sprang into action at the 68th Street-Hunter College Station Project, rescuing a 74-year-old man...

NEW YORK - Just over a week ago, Monday, September 11, 2023, the nation observed the 22nd anniversary of the horrific attacks on the...

The NYCT Montague Furman Substation project, valued at $4 million, has reached substantial completion. This project involved the...

Our annual company fishing trip was FINtastic! We set sail aboard the Dixie 2 where we fished, ate, drank and enjoyed the open water....

The new school year is right around the corner! Our team filled 50 backpacks full of school supplies for Helping Hand Rescue Mission, and...

By Zachary Cardillo Since 1886, immigrants arriving in America — specifically New York Harbor — would sail toward Ellis Island and be...

Forte Construction is thrilled and honored to be recognized at the 29th Annual Project of the Year Award Ceremony by the Construction...

Livonia Avenue Station on the Canarsie Line in Brooklyn, NY has been named 2022 Project of the Year in the $10 - $60 million category by...

We celebrated the success of our thriving team at this year's Project Management Meeting with great food while learning professional...

As we continue to improve the neighborhoods we serve through our public works projects, we strive to take our service a step further by...

The Transit Wireless UPS Upgrades are now complete! This system provides wireless coverage across all four major boroughs at 281 subway...

For Super Bowl this year, we filled two sheets, meaning TWO charities received the $500 donation! The final score winners chose Visiting...

Thank you, Options for Community Living, Inc., for inviting us to participate in the GotSneakers program. GotSneakers recirculates...

TAP Electric and its affiliates (Forte and BR) are committed to doing charitable work, and we encourage our employees to do the same. Two...

Earlier this month, we had the privilege of hosting two Make-A-Wish recipients and their families at our NYC office to help celebrate...

Congratulations to the TAP Electric team on successfully reaching substantial completion on TBTA GFM Ventilation Upgrades For The Robert...

TAP's first year donating backpacks to Helping Hand Rescue Mission was a success! Our team filled 50 bags full of school supplies. Thank...

Congratulations to the Citnalta-TAP Joint Venture on successfully reaching substantial completion on MTA C&D/New York City Transit's...

TAP won the NYCT Design Build Services for Passenger Identification CCTV contract! We will install passenger identification cameras at 88...

Operation Easter Basket was a success! This year we donated 80 easter baskets to Helping Hand Rescue Mission. We exceeded our goal by 20...

This year’s Super Bowl Box Winner made an excellent charity choice, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Their mission is to advance...

The NYCT 170th Street Station ADA Project on the Jerome Avenue Line achieved substantial completion earlier this month, ahead of...

Make-A-Wish fulfills the wishes of children with critical illnesses. This year, we were fortunate enough to be able to grant a wish for a...

TAP Electric and its affiliates (Forte and BR) have always donated to various charities throughout the year. Last year, we started a new...

We had an amazing experience working with Habitat for Humanity to help build a home. We built a deck, put up siding, installed...

Urbahn Architects reached out to the Forte-TAP-BR team again this year to assist with their AIA Day of Service 2021 project. The project...

We are pleased to announce our acquisition of a new permanent office in New York City! The office, which is located in Midtown Manhattan...

This year we are proud to donate 60 Easter Baskets to Helping Hands Rescue Mission. Thank you to everyone that helped make this possible!!

We completed the NYC Subway Virtual Run Challenge 15 times over! NYC Subway System is one of the largest transit systems in the world,...

Each year we have a toy drive and this year we decided to add a coat drive as well! This season our staff was filled with the holiday...