In a recent milestone for the Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor (HORC) project, KCC Buildcon Pvt Ltd. has emerged as the lowest bidder to construct the crucial C1 Priority Section. Spanning 5.9 kilometers, this section is integral to the semi high-speed rail line project, linking Manesar Station with the existing Patli Station on the Indian Railways' network.
The announcement comes after Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (HRIDC) opened financial bids, revealing KCC Buildcon's bid of Rs. 158.16 crore, which stood 10.03% below HRIDC's estimated cost of Rs. 175.80 crore. This favorable bid positions KCC Buildcon as the frontrunner for the contract, signaling significant progress in advancing the HORC project.
| Firm | Bid (Rs. Crore) |
|---|---|
| KCC Buildcon | 158.16 |
| Dineshchandra R Agrawal Infracon | 166.79 |
| ISC Projects | 175.72 |
| JMC Projects (India) | 180.55 |
| M G Contractors | 231.60 |
The scope of work for the C1 Priority Section includes the construction of earthwork, bridges, station buildings, retaining walls, and other miscellaneous works. With a completion period of 15 months, this section represents a critical component in realizing the HORC project's objectives of enhancing connectivity and infrastructure in the region.
The HORC project, with trains set to operate at a top speed of 160 kmph, aims to provide seamless connectivity through 17 stations along the Kundli-Manesar-Palwal (KMP/WPE) Expressway. Additionally, the project will facilitate interchange facilities with major radial routes, the Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC), logistic hubs, and the Delhi-SNB-Alwar RRTS Line.
Following KCC Buildcon's successful bid, a contract is expected to be awarded in the coming weeks, streamlining the project's progress. Meanwhile, tender notices for the remaining construction and systems work are pending, indicating further advancements on the horizon.
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