[4][5] In November 2013, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) awarded Contract T208 for the design and construction of Springleaf Station and associated tunnels to Leighton Contractors (Asia) Limited (Singapore Branch) – John Holland Pty Ltd Joint Venture (JV) at S$383 million (US$306.1 million).

[10][11] Springleaf station was built only seven metres (23 ft) away from the shophouses located along Upper Thomson Road.

Cranes and heavy machinery had to be carefully installed, with restricted movements to avoid endangering the shophouses and patrons.

[13] Meanwhile, the LTA collaborated closely with the power supplier PowerGrid to construct a cable tunnel through the station.

[15] On 14 December 2020, it was announced that the opening of TEL 2 had been delayed to the third quarter of 2021 so the rail system software for the line could be reviewed.

[25] The station has three entrances that serve the Springleaf Nature Park, Thong Soon residential estate and the shophouses along Upper Thomson Road.