NHSRCL has awarded a key consultancy assignment to SYSTRA-DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH JV. The contract covers Project Management Consultancy (PMC) services for signalling, telecommunication, SCADA, and ticketing systems. The work forms an integral part of the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Project.

Introduction:

National High Speed Rail Corporation Ltd (NHSRCL) has taken a significant step forward in the execution of India’s first high-speed rail corridor by issuing a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) for a major consultancy contract. The contract has been awarded to SYSTRA in Joint Venture with DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH, marking a key milestone in the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Project.

The awarded contract focuses on Project Management Consultancy (PMC) Services for some of the most critical technological components of the high-speed rail system. These include the Signalling and Telecommunication System, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System, and the Ticketing System. Together, these systems form the backbone of modern high-speed rail operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, real-time monitoring, and seamless passenger experience.

Scope of the Contract:

Under the scope of work, the SYSTRA–DB Engineering & Consulting joint venture will be responsible for overseeing and managing the execution of works related to:

The consultancy role will involve comprehensive project management activities, ensuring that these systems are implemented according to technical specifications, timelines, and quality standards laid out by NHSRCL.

Execution Timeline:

The execution period for the contract is 2520 days, reflecting the complexity and long-term involvement required for system-level implementation in a high-speed rail project of this scale. The extended timeline highlights the importance of sustained oversight during various phases of planning, installation, testing, and commissioning.

Contract Value:

The contract carries a substantial financial value, underscoring its strategic importance. The total contract price, including GST, is:

This translates to Euro Two Crores Twenty Eight Lakhs Seventy Seven Thousand Two Hundred Twenty Six and Forty Cents plus Indian Rupees Three Hundred Seventy Seven Crores Seventy Three Lakhs Six Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty Five and Sixty Paise Only.

The dual-currency structure reflects the international nature of the joint venture and the advanced technological inputs involved in the project.

Significance of the Award:

The selection of SYSTRA and DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH brings together extensive global expertise in rail infrastructure and high-speed rail systems. Their involvement as Project Management Consultants is expected to support NHSRCL in achieving precision, coordination, and system integration across critical operational domains.

This Letter of Acceptance represents another important development in the steady progress of the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Project, which aims to introduce world-class rail technology and set new benchmarks in rail transportation in India.

Conclusion:

The issuance of the Letter of Acceptance to the SYSTRA–DB joint venture reinforces NHSRCL’s commitment to delivering a technologically advanced and efficiently managed high-speed rail corridor, laying a strong foundation for the successful implementation of India’s flagship Mumbai–Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Project.

Source: NHSRCL – Tender Update | Image Credit (representational): NHSRCL

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