Western Railway has invited bids for an EPC contract valued at Rs 18901.68 crore to construct the Sarkhej-Dholera Semi High-Speed Double Rail Line
Western Railway has invited bids for an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract valued at Rs. 18,901.68 crore to construct the Sarkhej-Dholera Semi High-Speed Double Rail Line. This initiative marks a crucial milestone in developing India’s first semi high-speed railway corridor utilizing indigenously developed technology.
Key Tender Details
- Tender Number: CPMSHSRADIWRSEJDSIREPC01
- Project Name: Sarkhej-Dholera Semi High-Speed Double Railway Line
- Estimated Cost: ₹18,901.68 crore
- Earnest Money Deposit (EMD): ₹378.03 crore
- Project Completion Period: 42 months
- Pre-Bid Meetings:
- 1st Meeting: September 7, 2026 (11:30 AM)
- 2nd Meeting: September 25, 2026 (11:30 AM)
- Bid Validity: 180 days
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of the project under Western Railway’s jurisdiction, encompassing:
- Civil Infrastructure: Construction of formations, viaducts, bridges, station buildings, and associated structures.
- Track Systems: Installation of both ballasted and ballastless (BLT) tracks.
- Electrical Works: Setting up overhead traction systems and general electrical services.
- Signaling & Communications: Deployment of advanced signaling and telecommunication systems, along with an Operating Control Centre.
- Final Delivery: Complete system integration, testing, and commissioning.
Strategic Significance & Objectives
- Route Connectivity: The 134 km double-line corridor connects Sarkhej (Ahmedabad) with Dholera, featuring strategic spur lines connecting to the Lothal National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) and the upcoming Dholera International Airport.
- Broader Investment: The project is part of a flagship Ministry of Railways initiative with an overall estimated investment of around ₹20,667 crore.
- Economic & Regional Impact: Aligned with the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, the corridor aims to enhance multimodal logistics efficiency, drastically reduce commute times, and drive regional economic growth across Gujarat.