In an effort to significantly improve urban mobility in Pune, the Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation (MMRCL) has recently announced its partnership with Myrtle Project & Consultancy Pvt. Ltd. This strategic collaboration focuses on the Geotechnical Investigation of the underground sections for the Phase-1 extension, a critical step in the project’s progression.
Tender Details:
- Tender Reference Number: P1Misc-34/2024
- Name of Work: Geotechnical Investigation of underground section of NS Corridor Phase-1 extension Swargate-Katraj of Pune Metro Rail Project.
- The Completion Period of the Contract is: 03 Months
- The Awarded Value of the Tender is: Rs. 1,69,99,729/-
Introduction:
It is proposed to do on an average 30 m of vertical drilling in soil, overburden & rock, conducting laboratory tests including submission of report for “Geotechnical Investigations of underground section of NS corridor from Swargate to Katraj (CH. 16440.000- 21923.582) for Pune Metro Rail Project”.
Scope of Work Includes:
- Drilling of Boreholes of depth varying from 20 m to 40 m in soil, rock & overburden from the existing ground surface, to determine the in-situ engineering properties.
- Conducting Standard Penetration Test at every 3.0m alternate interval starting from first sample at 1.5m depth or at the change of stratum as per IS: 2131.
- Collection of Undisturbed soil samples at 3 m alternate interval as per IS: 2132.
- Preparation of bore logs and location plan of boreholes on computer by using suitable Software.
- Conducting various laboratory tests on soil and rock samples as per relevant IS codes with submission of test reports.
- Submission of draft report including Geological logs, lab test results & foundation analysis in 2 copies and final report in 3 copies.
- Shifting of rig, providing of barricades, loading & unloading of barricades and traffic diversion is in the scope of contractor.
- Any legal, statutory permission for work or local permission is in the scope of the contractor.
- Providing watchman/guards if any to safeguard machinery and samples is in the scope of the contractor.
- Necessary lighting arrangements for working at night will be arranged by contractor at its own cost.
- Utility identification and its protection at borehole location is in the scope of the contractor.
Conclusion:
This partnership marks a significant milestone in the Pune Metro Rail Project, promising enhanced safety, efficiency, and reliability of the proposed extension. Through meticulous investigation and planning, MMRCL and Myrtle Project & Consultancy Pvt. Ltd. are setting the stage for a more connected and accessible Pune.
Source: Pune Metro – Tender Update | Image Credit (representational): Pune Metro
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