In a strategic effort to enhance metro infrastructure in the region, Bangalore Metro has awarded a contract to M/s Aarvee Associates Architects Engineers & Consultants Pvt. Ltd. The order involves preparing a feasibility study report for the construction of a Double Decker (Flyover cum Metro) system for Phase-3 and Phase-3A.
More Details:
The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has awarded a contract to M/s Aarvee Associates Architects Engineers & Consultants Pvt. Ltd. to prepare a feasibility study report for Phase-3 & 3A projects. The work includes preparation of Feasibility study report for construction as Double Decker (Flyover cum Metro) at various places, aiming to improve urban mobility and reduce congestion in the region.
Brief about the Tender/Order:
- Tender Number: BMRCL/Phase-3 & 3A/Double Decker Feasibility Study/2024/108
- Name of Work: Preparation of feasibility study report for construction as Double Decker (Flyover cum Metro) for (i) Corridor-1 from JP Nagar 4th Phase to Hebbal of 29.20 Km length (CH:0.400 Km to CH:29.600 Km) (approx.) of Phase-3, (ii) Corridor-2 from Hosahalli to Kadabagere of 11.45 Km length (CH:0.600 Km to CH:12.050 Km) (approx.) of Phase-3 and (iii) From Sarjapur to Ibbalur (ORR Junction) of 14 Km length (CH:0.500 Km to 14.500 Km) (approx.) and from Agara to Koramangala 3rd Block of 2.45 Km length (CH:16.900 Km to CH: 19.350 Km) (approx.) in Phase-3A Corridor of Bangalore Metro Rail Project.
- Time period by which the order(s)/contract(s) to be executed is: 05 Months
- Broad consideration or size of the order(s)/contract(s) is: Rs. 78,79,400/-
Brief Information on Phase-3 & 3A project:
- Topographical surveys for the metro rail corridors of Phase 3 and Phase 3A of BMRCL have already been completed during the DPR stage for metro rail corridors.
- The work on Feasibility study report (FSR) of the Double decker for the same corridors was proposed.
- A clarification is needed as to whether the Topographical survey needs to cover the entire length of 57.1 km or only specific loops.
- If this survey for specific loops is required, the length and locations where Topographical surveys are necessary may please be specified.
- This information will help the consultant in preparing the financial estimation.
- The additional topographic survey is required for proposed loops, ramps etc. wherever required beyond the DPR scope of viaduct.
- The consultant has to analyse and identify the location of loops and ramps based on the traffic survey.
- The consultant has to check the existing control points and establish new control points accurately before conducting the topo survey for loops, ramps etc.
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Source: BMRC – Tender Update
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