ERNAKULAM (Metro Rail News): Southern Railway has invited open e-tender on an EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) basis, for Re-development of Ernakulam Town Station(Balance work),carrying an estimated project cost of ₹156.43 Crore.
Tender Information
| Information | Details |
| Tender Number | CE-CN-ERS-SD-01-2026-EPC |
| Estimated Cost | 1564262007.39 (₹156.43 Crore) |
| Tender Validity | 120 days |
| Pre-Bid Meeting | 22/07/2026 15:00 |
| Tender Submission Deadline | 12/08/2026 up to15:00 Hrs |
| Completion Period | 20 Months |
Scope of work
Re-Development of Ernakulam Town Railway Station’s balance work on EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction)mode.
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About the Project
The project aimed at transforming the Ernakulam Town Railway Station into a world-class, airport-like facility. Upgrading the Ernakulam Town Railway station will absorb a significant portion of Kochi’s rail traffic, reducing the burden on the heavily congested Ernakulam Junction (South) station.The modernized hub will create a vibrant commercial zone, generating new retail jobs and boosting local business growth in the Kaloor and Kacheripady areas.The new station is designed to connect different modes of transport. It features a direct skywalk to the nearest Kochi Metro station, as well as easy connections to local bus stops and auto-taxi stands. This is one of the most important ongoing projects for Southern Railway.
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