RLDA conducts pre-bid meeting for redevelopment of New Delhi Railway Station

New Delhi, India (Urban Transport News): The Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA) has successfully concluded the pre-bid meeting in connection with the redevelopment of the New Delhi Railway Station. The meeting was held both online as well as offline mode. The meeting was attended by all prospective bidders, vendors as well as officials of RLDA.

The meeting was attended by prominent construction houses such as L&T, SPCL, NCC Ltd., GR Infraprojects, Dilip Buildcon, J Kumar Infraproject, Ahluwalia Contracts (India) Ltd., PSP Projects, ITD Cementation India, Tirumala Seven Hills Pvt. Ltd., etc.

The New Delhi railway station will be redeveloped on EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) mode. The estimated project cost is Rs 4,700 Crores. The bidding process shall be a single stage two packet bidding process. The construction period of the project is 45 months. The last date for submission of e-bid is September 29, 2023, up to 14:00 hrs. and the date of opening of e-bids (technical) is October, 05, 2023 at 15:30 Hrs. 

The scope of work includes but is not limited to, undertaking civil and MEP works for the Station building and associated infrastructure, which primarily consists of dedicated access roads (Elevated/At-Grade), Multi-Modal Transit Hub (MMTH) Buildings, Roof Plaza, Parcel Building, development of surrounding circulation area, etc.

Vice Chairman, RLDA, Ved Parkash Dudeja, said, “We are happy to note the enthusiastic participation of the leading national and international firms in the pre-bid meeting. The redevelopment of New Delhi Railway Station is one of our flagship projects. The objective of the project is to elevate NDLS into a world-class transportation hub, providing state-of-the-art facilities and amenities. This comprehensive development plan envisions the station as an integrated transportation hub seamlessly connecting rail, metro, bus, and other modes of transport, ensuring convenient and hassle-free connectivity for passengers. The associated infrastructure construction includes the development of commercial spaces, multi-modal integration facilities, modern passenger terminals, parking facilities, world-class waiting lounges, and other amenities to cater to the needs of all classes of passengers.”

The revamped New Delhi Railway station will combine railway facilities with commercial complexes, showcasing a modern and sophisticated design enriched with state-of-the-art technology and passenger amenities. The innovative terraced 'Infinity' shape of the station building spans three floors, providing a spacious concourse. Functioning as a terminal for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), it will serve as a multi-modal hub, catering to various transportation modes. To tackle traffic congestion, a comprehensive solution will be implemented, including strategically positioned 7 flyovers on roads approaching the station and road widening initiatives. These remarkable features synergize to elevate efficiency and convenience for commuters and travellers alike.

Facilities will include a food court, comfortable waiting lounge, play areas for children, and a space for local products. The station will prioritize comfort with proper illumination, clear signage, and convenient access through lifts and escalators. A well-designed master plan will ensure smooth traffic flow and ample parking. Integration with other transportation modes, sustainability measures like green building standards and solar energy, and facilities for differently-abled individuals will be implemented. The stations will have separate areas for arrivals and departures, clutter-free platforms, improved surfaces, and fully covered platforms for passenger comfort. Safety will be ensured with CCTV cameras and access control systems throughout the stations.

Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA) is a statutory authority under the Ministry of Railways for the development of Railway land. It has four key mandates as a part of its development plan, namely commercial development of surplus Railway land, colony redevelopment, station redevelopment, and multi-functional complexes.