The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) has taken a significant step forward in enhancing connectivity with the initiation of Phase 1 construction for the 126 km Virar-Alibaug Multi-Modal Corridor (VAMMC). The project, encompassing 96.47 km, witnessed the opening of technical bids on Thursday, attracting bids from 14 esteemed civil engineering firms. This marks a crucial milestone in Maharashtra's infrastructure development journey.
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Project Overview
The Virar-Alibaug Multi-Modal Corridor is an ambitious access-controlled highway project designed to connect Navghar and Balavali in its Phase 1 development. This vital corridor, slated to span across three districts – Raigad, Thane, and Palghar, will consist of 8 to 14 lanes, ensuring seamless connectivity and facilitating smoother transportation across the region.
Bidding Process and Participation
The bidding process for Phase 1 of the VAMMC project saw active participation from 14 civil engineering firms. Following the Request for Qualification (RfQ) round in April 2023, wherein 28 firms submitted applications, 18 firms qualified for the subsequent Request for Proposal (RfP) round in December 2023. The opening of technical bids in January 2024 marked the next phase, with 14 firms submitting a total of 33 bids for various packages.
Key Players and Packages
Among the prominent bidders are Afcons Infrastructure, APCO Infratech, BSCPL Infrastructure, Gawar Construction, GR Infraprojects, IRCON International Ltd., J Kumar Infraprojects, Larsen & Toubro, Megha Engineering and Infrastructures, Montecarlo, Navayuga Engineering Company, Oriental Structural Engineers, PNC Infratech, and Welspun Enterprises. Each firm has expressed interest in different packages of the corridor project.
Bidders and Packages:
| Bidder | Packages |
|---|---|
| Afcons Infrastructure | MMC-4 |
| APCO Infratech | MMC-2 |
| BSCPL Infrastructure | MMC-10, MMC-11 |
| Gawar Construction | MMC-11 |
| GR Infraprojects | MMC-3, MMC-4 |
| IRCON International Ltd. | MMC-6, MMC-7, MMC-8 |
| J Kumar Infraprojects | MMC-8, MMC-10, MMC-11 |
| Larsen & Toubro | MMC-4, MMC-5, MMC-6, MMC-7 |
| Megha Engineering and Infrastructures | MMC-1, MMC-3, MMC-9 |
| Montecarlo | MMC-6, MMC-7 |
| Navayuga Engineering Company | MMC-1, MMC-5, MMC-9 |
| Oriental Structural Engineers | MMC-2, MMC-3, MMC-8 |
| PNC Infratech | MMC-5 |
| Welspun Enterprises | MMC-2, MMC-3, MMC-10, MMC-11 |
Package Details
The Phase 1 development of the corridor project is divided into 11 packages, each covering specific stretches:
- MMC-1 to MMC-11, spanning from 0.065 km to 96.470 km, with individual lengths ranging from 3.26 km to 12.83 km.
| Package | Length (km) | Chainage Range | Contractor |
|---|---|---|---|
| MMC-1 | 8.27 | 0.065 to 8.335 | To Be Declared |
| MMC-2 | 12.39 | 8.335 to 20.720 | To Be Declared |
| MMC-3 | 5.28 | 20.720 to 26.000 | To Be Declared |
| MMC-4 | 3.26 | 26.000 to 29.260 | To Be Declared |
| MMC-5 | 11.5 | 29.620 to 40.760 | To Be Declared |
| MMC-6 | 12.83 | 40.760 to 53.592 | To Be Declared |
| MMC-7 | 8.61 | 53.592 to 62.200 | To Be Declared |
| MMC-8 | 7.97 | 62.200 to 70.167 | To Be Declared |
| MMC-9 | 7.23 | 70.167 to 77.400 | To Be Declared |
| MMC-10 | 11.22 | 77.400 to 88.620 | To Be Declared |
| MMC-11 | 7.85 | 88.620 to 96.470 | To Be Declared |
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Conclusion
The initiation of Phase 1 construction for the Virar-Alibaug Multi-Modal Corridor signifies a significant leap forward in Maharashtra's infrastructure development agenda. Once completed, the corridor will not only enhance connectivity but also drive economic growth and development across the region.
Stay tuned for further updates as the project progresses and the winning bids are announced, ushering in a new era of connectivity and prosperity for Maharashtra.
Financial bids are likely to be unveiled after the conclusion of the Lok Sabha election’s model code of conduct. Stay tuned to discover the winners for each package!
Additionally, on Thursday, MSRDC also unveiled bids for the 179.85 km Jalna – Nanded Expressway and the 136.80 km Pune Ring Road projects. Visit each link to explore bidder and package information.
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