New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has flagged-off the Delhi-Faridabad Metro Line that would allow hassle free travel for around two lakh daily commuters between the national capital and the industrial hub in Haryana.
The extension of the Delhi Metro connects Badarpur to Escorts Mujesar in Faridabad.
The total cost of the project from Badarpur to Escorts Mujesar is nearly Rs. 2,500 crore. Out of this, Rs. 1,557 crore was borne by the Haryana Government, the Centre contributed Rs. 537 crore, while the Delhi Metro provided Rs. 400 crore.
All these are elevated and located on either side of the Delhi-Mathura Road (NH-2).
“The nine-station metro corridor which was 95 per cent indigenously built will provide people a safe, affordable, quick, comfortable, reliable, environment-friendly and sustainable transport facility,” a Haryana government spokesperson said.
Haryana Chief Minister ML Khattar, addressing a press conference on Saturday, had thanked the Prime Minister for “gifting” the Metro service which would take the city to “another level of progress” with better connectivity with other NCR towns.
He had also said that the Prime Minister would be announcing the go-ahead for connecting Gurgaon with Faridabad by Metro.
PATNA, INDIA (Metro Rail News): Patna, the capital of Bihar, witnessed many changes in the last decade, like construction of infrastructure, flyover-overbridge, widening of roads, historical Bihar Museum, Samrat Ashok Convention Centre. Citizens will also be able to travel to the metro rail facility in Patna soon.
With the availability of the metro in Patna, jams will be reduced, and it will be an essential means for smooth movement. Primarily it will be convenient for people associated with jobs, college and business. In Patna, a total of the 32 KM metro will be operated. At the same time, the metro underground will run 18 KM. At the same time, the elevated track will run in the area of 14 KM.
The target has been set to complete the metro work by March 2023, but only five per cent of the work has been achieved so far. Seeing the pace of work, the chances of its completion by the target time are more petite. Officials say that metro trains will start operating by the end of 2024.
“The metro construction agency is being provided facilities as per the need by the district administration. Every effort is being made to complete track, station and depot for Patna Metro operations on time. I review it in the Project Monitoring Committee from time to time”, said Patna DM Dr. Chandrashekhar Singh.
This route will start first at present; work is going on in Malahi Pakri. In the first phase, the corridor up to ISBT, Baria is to be constructed. Metro depot is also to be built near ISBT. So, first of all, operations have to start from Malahi Pakri to ISBT.
MUMBAI (METRO RAIL NEWS): The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has issued a tender for CA 133 Part Design, Fabrication, Supply, and Erection of Prefabricated Steel Roof Structure Including Entry and Exit Structures at 02 Stations [Mogra (Shankarwadi) & Gundavali (Andheri)] between Andheri (East) and Dahisar (E) in continuation of the tender for Linkway FOBs at Metro Line-7 Stations.
Tender Ref No.: MMRDA/Metro-PIU/0002565
Name of Work:
CA 133 Part Design, Fabrication, Supply And Erection of Prefabricated Steel Roof Structure Including Entry and Exit Structures at 02 Stations [Mogra (Shankarwadi) & Gundavali (Andheri)] between Andheri (East) and Dahisar (East) of Mumbai Metro Rail Project of MMRDA.
Estimated Cost: INR 12,16,91,945/-
Earnest Money Deposit: INR 6,10,000/-
Contract Period: 04 Months
Pre-bid meeting: 08/09/2021
Bid Documents Download: From 06/09/2021 To 22/09/2021
Last Date of Online Submission: 22/09/2021
Tender Dates:
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06/09/2021 06:00 PM
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Tender Document Download
15 Days 20 Hours 59 Minutes
06/09/2021 06:01 PM
22/09/2021 03:00 PM
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Bid Preparation and Submission
15 Days 23 Hours 59 Minutes
06/09/2021 06:01 PM
22/09/2021 06:00 PM
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Tender Closing
0 Days 20 Hours 59 Minutes
22/09/2021 06:01 PM
23/09/2021 03:00 PM
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Online Control Transfer of Bid
1 Days 2 Hours 59 Minutes
23/09/2021 03:01 PM
24/09/2021 06:00 PM
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Opening Envelope A – Tender Fees, EMD
0 Days 6 Hours 59 Minutes
27/09/2021 11:01 AM
27/09/2021 06:00 PM
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Opening Envelope B – Technical Bid
0 Days 6 Hours 59 Minutes
27/09/2021 11:01 AM
27/09/2021 06:00 PM
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Opening Envelope C – Financial Bid
0 Days 6 Hours 59 Minutes
27/09/2021 11:01 AM
27/09/2021 06:00 PM
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Tender Award
Contact MMRDA’s e-tendering support desk for any additional information or assistance with uploading and downloading the e-tender. id: etendersupport@mailmmrda.maharashtra.gov.in
CHENNAI, INDIA (Metro Rail News): On Monday, Larsen & Toubro (L&T) emerged as the lowest bidder for two elevated contracts of the new 47 KMs Line-5, which will connect Madhavaram – Sholinganallur through 48 stations in the 118.9 KMs Chennai Metro Phase-2 project.
When technical bids were opened in mid-July 2021, it was observed that they are the lowest bidder when Chennai Metro moved on to technical bid evaluation and onward to the financial bid opening stages.
CP-10-EV-03: 10.2 KM CMBT – Venugopal Nagar with one underground and 11 elevated stations
C5-ECV-02: 12.431 KM CMBT – Puzhuthivakkam with 12 elevated stations
Package CP10-EV-03
This package consists of 1 underground and eleven 11 elevated stations at the northern end of Line-5. It includes two disjointed sections on either side of the underground Package UG6 (Kolathur – Nathamnuni), for which L&T is the only bidder. The two sections and other infra includes:
CMBT to Nathamuni Ramp – 5 stations at CMBT, Kaliamman Koil Street Junction, Kendriya Vidyalaya, Thirumangalam & Anna Nagar Depot
Construction of approx. 10.2 KM of the elevated viaduct, elevated ramps, and 11 elevated stations from Assisi Nagar to CMBT (excluding the underground portion from Retteri Ramp to Nathamuni Ramp) and cut and cover section, depot approach of approx. 1.5 KMs and Venugopal Nagar underground station verification of design suitability for construction, including architectural finishes, plumbing works, signages and all associated works in Corridor 5.
Package C5-ECV-02
This elevated section’s viaduct and 12 units are proper in the middle of Line-5. It includes two disjointed areas on either side of the double-decker Package C4-ECV-01 (Power House – Porur) awarded to L&T in May 2021.
The two sections and other infrastructure within this package includes:
CMBT to Alwartiru Nagar (approx. 3.2 KM) with three stations at Grain Market, Sai Nagar Bus Stop and Elango Nagar Bus Stop
Porur Junction to Puzhuthivakkam (approx. 9 KM) with nine stations at Mugalivakkam, DLF IT SEZ, Sathya Nagar, CTC, Butt Road, Alandur, Adambakkam, Vanuvampet and Puzhuthivakkam
Underpass at Vanuvampet
CMRL invited tenders for its construction in January 2021 with an undisclosed estimate and a 36-month deadline.
L&T’s Bid: Rs. 1655.15 crores (approx.)
Tender No.: CMRL/PHASE II/CORRIDOR 5/C5-ECV-02
Scope of Work:
Construction of Elevated Viaduct of Approx. 12.431 KM length from ((Ch: 16178 m to 19296 m, Ch:22962 m to 30199 m, Ch: 31178m to 31241 m & Ch: 31657 m to 33710 m)) between CMBT Metro station (excluding station) and Puzhuthivakkam Metro Station including extraordinary spans and construction of 12 no. of Elevated Stations at Grain Market, Sai Nagar Bus Stop, Elango Nagar Bus Stop, Mugalivakkam, DLF IT SEZ, Sathya Nagar, CTC, BUTT Road, Alandur, Adambakkam, Vanuvampet and Puzhuthivakkam and Integrated highway grade separator from Mugalivakkam to MIOT Hospital, Vehicular underpass at Vanuvampet and all associated works in Corridor-5 of CMRL Phase-2 project.
CHENNAI (METRO RAIL NEWS): Apart from L&T, the Hindustan Building Company – KEC International (HCC-KEC) JV was awarded a contract for the construction of Chennai Metro Phase 2’s 47-kilometer Line-5 on Monday.
The consortium was the lowest bidder for the 11.61-kilometer Puzhuthivakkam – Sholinganallur stretch (Package C5-ECV-03), which includes 11 stations at Line-5’s extreme southern end (Madhavaram – Sholinganallur).
In November 2020, CMRL issued a request for proposals for the building of this package, with an undisclosed budget and a 36-month timeline. Technical bids were opened at the end of June, revealing three bidders.
Tender: CMRL/PHASE II/CORRIDOR 5/C5-ECV-03
Scope of Work:
Construction of Elevated Viaduct of Approximately 11.61 km length from Ch: 33710 m to 45320 m between Puzhuthivakkam Metro Station (excluding) and beyond Elcot Metro station including Construction of 11 Nos (Eleven Numbers) of Elevated Stations at Madipakkam, Kilkattalai, Echangadu, Kovilambakkam, Vellakkal, Medavakkam Koot Road, Kamaraj Garden Street, Medavakkam Junction, Perumbakkam, Global Hospital and Elcot and all associated works in Corridor-5 of Chennai Metro Rail Project- Phase-2
CMRL’s estimate for this package is unknown, so I can’t really provide an assessment of how HCC – KEC’s bid is placed and the chances of it getting awarded. If awarded, this will be their second win after Line-4’s 7.945 km Porur – Poonamallee Bypass section where work began in May.
With this development, here’s a status of all civil packages on Line-5 (north to south). Financial bids for just 1 more package (UG6) are left to be opened and you already know who’s going to be L1.
NEW DELHI, INDIA (Metro Rail News): In August 2021, the average number of commuters journeys on the Delhi Metro has increased to around 23.36 lakhs following a relaxation in guidelines that permitted a 100 per cent seating capacity inside coaches.
The number of people penalised for not following the covid-19 protocol also spiked, with over 13,000 commuters being fined by the flying squads.
Due to Covid-19 lockdown
In the past 18 months, services of DMRC were stopped at least twice, with commuter’s operations first suspended on 22nd March 2020 due to the covid-19 induced nationwide lockdown.
Services resumed on 07th September 2020 before being stopped again in May 2021 due to the second wave of the pandemic.
According to relevant guidelines, travel was permitted with alternate seating and standing with social distancing in place. In addition, following a phased resumption of services, the DMRC had also deployed flying squads across the network to ensure relevant covid-19 protocols.
“The flying squads were deployed across the network to randomly check inside trains for any violations and counsel people to refrain from doing so for their own and everyone’s safety,” said DMRC officials.
An amount of Rs. 200 was imposed on those commuters who do not follow given norms and regulations, said DMRC officials. buy viagra sublingual online no prescription
The highest ridership that the Delhi Metro saw since the first lockdown was in March 2021, when over 26.81 lakh commuters’ journeys were recorded. According to data provided by the DMRC, the number of fines imposed in March 2021 was 7,058.
Between September 2020 and March 2021, the Delhi Metro network saw a gradual increase in commuters journeys recorded, from around 12.25 lakhs in October 2020 to 25.55 lakhs commuters’ journeys in February 2021.
However, with the second wave’s onset and before services were suspended on 10th May 2021, the Delhi Metro network saw around 14.07 lakhs commuters’ journeys in April. Despite the dip in the number of commuters journeys, approximately 8,735 commuters were fined by the flying squads in April 2021 compared to the 2,823 fines imposed in February 2021, when the commuters’ journeys were comparatively higher.
In the Delhi Metro, the total spans over approximately 391 KMs, currently standing travel continues to be prohibited. However, according to the government guidelines, 100 per cent seating capacity is permitted, and commuters can be seated in every seat.
MAHARASHTRA, INDIA (Metro Rail News): On 05th September 2021, MMRDA announced that they postponed launching Metro Lines 2A and 7 by January 2022.
On 31st May 2021, MMRDA starts the trial run on a 20 KM stretch of Mumbai metro’s lines 2A and 7 between Dahanukarwadi and Aarey stations, which run along the link rod western express highway in the western suburbs of Mumbai. The trial was commenced in Maharashtra Chief Minister Shri Uddhav Thackrey, who had flagged off the trial run of the metro and deputy CM Shri Ajit Pawar and Revenue Minister Shri Balasaheb Bahusaheb Thorat.
A team from RDSO, Lucknow functions as a technical advisor and consultant to the railways. It will begin inspections next week. The commissioner of railway safety begins his examination of line 7 in October 2021, said MMRDA officials.
MMRDA had set a deadline of December 2019 to commence operations of metro trains on lines 2A & 7, but due to covid-19, significant delays and work came to a standstill due to migration and other reasons.
The 18.6 KM Mumbai metro line 2A will connect Dahisar to DN Nagar with 17 elevated stations constructed at the cost of Rs. 6,400 crores while 16.5 KM line 7 will connect Dahisar (East) to Andheri with 3 high metro stations built at Rs. 6,200 crores.
MAHARASHTRA, INDIA (Metro Rail News): The Anti-Corruption Bureau of Maharashtra has registered a case against Dr. DLN Murthy, the COO of Mumbai Monorail, for allegedly demanding Rs. Twenty lakhs from the contractor of a facility management company. buy valtrex online https://nouvita.co.uk/wp-content/themes/twentynineteen/fonts/en/valtrex.html no prescription
The complainant company provides housekeeping, maintenance and customer services for Mumbai Monorail had awarded a contract worth Rs. 2.5 Crores from the MMRDA for delivering its services from January 2019 to August 2020. The contractor company had also paid Rs. 32 lakhs as a bank guarantee to MMRDA.
The statement released by ACB said, “After constant follow-ups with officials from Mumbai Monorail, the complainant management to get Rs. 2.1 crores in January 2021 and subsequently Rs. 22 lakhs in June 2021. And to release the remaining amount of Rs. 50 lakhs, the COO demanded a bribe of Rs. Twenty lakhs from the complainant.
Dr. DLN Murthy has been found guilty under section 7 of the prevention of corruption act 1988 by the ACB. However, Murthy denies the charges by saying that all charges are false and baseless. The truth will come out soon. Request you to wait that time.
Mumbai monorail runs on a 19.54 KMs stretch from Chembur to Sant Gadge Maharaj Chowk which has been facing operation and financial difficulties, which have affected its normal operations.
LUCKNOW, INDIA (Metro Rail News): Today, Lucknow Metro completed its four successful years of commencement of metro services and to commemorate this accomplishment of inception of metro operations on 5th September 2017; Metro Diwas 2021 was organised at Metro Depot, Transport Nagar, in which all the UPMRC officials and employees participated with vigour & enthusiasm to celebrate this momentous occasion.
Photo Copyrighted: UPMRC
To grace the occasion with his esteemed presence, Shri Durga Shankar Mishra, Chairman, UPMRC and Secretary, Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs, Government of India, joined via video conferencing to congratulate and send best wishes to UPMRC in this journey of 4 years which was full of both challenges & achievements.
Shri Rajendra Kumar Tiwari, Chief Secretary, Government of Uttar Pradesh, was the Chief Guest of the programme who inaugurated the programme by the lighting of the lamp followed by Ganesh Vandana in the presence of Ms Amrita Soni, Secretary, Housing, Shri Kumar Keshav, MD, UPMRC, whole-time Directors, senior officers of the organisation and other employees also attended the programme.
On this occasion, Shri Durga Shankar Mishra, Chairman, UPMRC and Secretary, MoHUA, said,” We should focus on multi-modal integration of transportation along with last-mile connectivity to make metro services more comfortable & convenient for the public. There is only one objective behind all plans & policies of our Hon’ble PM, Shri Narendra Modi, which is the ease of living. While serving the people, our prime aim should be to make the Metro a preferered mode of travel. Kanpur Metro will help decongestion and bring down pollution levels in the city, bringing back the glory of the industrial city of Kanpur. To improve mobility in Lucknow, which is evolving rapidly, I have urged the state government to consider the construction of Corridor 2 in the town.”
On this occasion, Shri Rajendra Kumar Tiwari, Chief Secretary, said, “I congratulate UP Metro for their dedication & commitment during these four successful years of metro operations on behalf of state government. Lucknow Metro has achieved a new benchmark in punctuality, safety, comfort and passenger service. The DPR of Gorakhpur will soon be approved and get clearance. The state government is actively pursuing this regard. Both Varanasi & Meerut will soon benefit from Metro as groundwork on metro projects in progress. I have also urged the central government for a better financial model for the Metro projects in UP and better terms and conditions. The construction work of many airports and expressways is at full pace during the Yogi government period. We have to develop, expand and synchronise the metro system with the same speed in our cities.”
On this occasion, Shri Kumar Keshav, MD, UPMRC, said, “I congratulate the entire team of UPMRC, general consultants & contractors on these four glorious of accomplishments. During this journey, we have overcome many challenges with our determination & hard work. Lucknow Metro services were affected due to the Covid-19 pandemic, but still, we managed to achieve the fastest ridership recovery to 45,000. The projects of Kanpur & Agra are our dream projects which will make mass transit more convenient and safe for the public in the long run by providing smart mobility. The construction of the Agra Metro project is also in full swing and will be completed before the scheduled deadline. Like Lucknow Metro, we will try our level best to get the nine metro stations of ‘Priority Corridor’ of Kanpur Metro certified by IGBC platinum rating in the beginning.”
MD’s Gold & Silver Medal Award
Like earlier, on Metro Diwas 2021, a prize distribution ceremony was held in which Shri Kumar Keshav felicitated best performing employees for their outstanding contribution in various fields. MD’s Gold and MD’s Silver medals were awarded to these employees, recognising their achievements associated with the Metro Project, Metro Operations & Metro Maintenance categories.
MD’s Gold medal was awarded to Mr Sheet Basant Singh, Assistant Engineer/Civil, in the best Metro Project staff category. In contrast, the MD’ Silver medal was given to Mr Suraj Kumar, SE grade-II/Civil. Similarly, MD’s Gold medal in the Best Operation and Rolling Stock category was awarded to Mr Chandan Kumar Pandey, SC/TO grade-I. The MD’s Silver was bagged by Ms Shivani Vaishnav, SE grade-II/Rolling Stock. In the Maintenance category, Mr Gaurav Singh, SE grade-II/P-way, won the MD’s Gold medal while Mr Arun Maurya, SE grade-II, E&M, was felicitated with MD’s silver medal. The MD’s Gold medal and MD’s Silver medal carried a cash prize of Rs 5,000 & Rs 3,000, along with a certificate of appreciation
Moreover, the best kept and maintained Metro station award was awarded to CCS Airport Metro station for 2020-21. In addition, the operational staff of CCS Airport was given a memento, certificate and a cash prize of Rs 10,000 in recognition of their exemplary performance.
Unveiling of Limca Book of Records
To celebrate the momentous occasion of Metro Diwas 2021, Shri Kumar Keshav unveiled the certificate of ‘Limca Book of Records’ at CCS Airport Metro station. Lucknow Metro has entered the ‘Limca Book of Records for completing the construction of the underground metro station of CCS Airport in just 19 months, ten days.
3.25 crore commuter & Top 3 GoSmart card users felicitated
After this event, 3.25 crore passengers and the top 3 highest recharge value GoSmart card users named Mr were honoured by the Managing Director at the station. A music band performance was also organised for the commuters at Hazratganj Metro station from 5:30 pm onwards for their recreation and entertainment. Lucknow Metro offered a free metro ride for all GoSmart cardholders on 5th September 2021 as a gesture of sharing Metro Diwas 2021 with the people of Lucknow. Moreover, on the occasion of Metro Diwas 2021, PD outlets offered ‘Special Discounts’ to the metro commuters to add to their joy on this special day.
BANGALORE, INDIA (Metro Rail News): Indian Railways has sought applications for recruitment to Apprentice under Wheel Factory (RWF). Interested candidates can apply by visiting the official website of Indian Railway, https://rwf.indianrailways.gov.in/. The last date to apply for these Positions is 13th September 2021.
A total of 192 seats will be vacant under this recruitment (Indian Railway Recruitment 2021) process.
10th class with 50% marks from a recognized board and National Trade Apprentice Certificate from National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) in the relevant subject.
Age Limit
Candidates age limit should be between 15 to 24 years.
Candidates will be selected for the Positions of Trade Apprentice based on a merit list prepared based on the percentage of marks obtained by the candidates in class 10th.
KOCHI (METRO RAIL NEWS):Kochi Metro Rail Ltd (KMRL), has invited bids for the following work from financially sound and well experienced Electrical Contractors, as per the eligibility criteria mentioned vide this Bid Document (JV/Consortium not permitted).
Name of Work: Electrical utility shifting and UG cable conversion as part of preparatory works for the construction of the terminal Phase I-Package 2 at Vypeen
Completion Period: 45 Days
Document Download / Sale Start Date: 03-Sep-2021
Document Download / Sale End Date: 17-Sep-2021
Pre Bid Meeting Date: 06-Sep-2021
Bid Submission Start Date: 10-Sep-2021
Bid Submission End Date: 17-Sep-2021
Bid Opening Date: 20-Sep-2021
Scope of work:
The scope of work under this contract shall include supply, laying, erection, shifting/modification, testing & commissioning of HT/LT equipment’s, ABC conductors, cables and lines of KSEB including:
Supply, laying, testing & commissioning of 11kv/LT cables and ABC conductors. Supply and providing of cables straight through joint and end termination etc. Supply and erection of “A’’ type pole for DP structure. Supply and erection of LT/HT poles with concrete foundation as per standard. Construction of DP structure and transformer installation including DTR meter fixing. Supply and laying of stringing and commissioning of Raccoon, Rabbit and Weasel conductor at various locations. Procurement of equipment as per the approved specification from the KSEBL/Employer approved sources.
Handle and resolve interface issues, in coordination with the Employer / KSEBLtd/KMRL Civil Contractor to ensure timely completion of the Works. Installation plan and method statements for installation work to be prepared and submitted to KMRL. Shifting of Transformer to a suitable location. Dismantling (taking out from ground) of LT and 11KV HT cables. Road cutting permission, traffic diversion permission and all similar permissions as required. Construction of concrete pedestal/Pillar for the erection of Transformer. Dismantling of OH lines and associated poles so they can be returned to KSEBL. Supply, Installation, Testing and commissioning of LT Cables through a trench with suitable cable support. Providing earthing for poles and supports, pillar boxes, panel structures, Transformers including supply of material and erection as per the relevant standards.
Dismantling and re-erecting OH LT Connections of Consumers. Supply, laying, testing and commissioning of LT Distribution Cable to Consumer Premises Obtaining clearance of Electrical inspector of Kerala, Govt, PTC clearance and other clearance as required and submit the same to the office. Supply, Erection, testing and commissioning of LT/HT equipment’s, Obtaining approval of the Electrical Inspector of Kerala, and submitting the same to the office. Preparation and submission of as-built CAD Drawings To ensure that all required safety measures are taken during the execution of work.
The contractor shall verify the arrangement of the KSEB scheme and relevant standards. Handing over the commissioned system to the concerned agency and that is reusable/handing over the balance materials to the agency concerned (KSEB)/ obtaining and submission of acknowledgement of receipt of the same to KMRL office. Transporting and stacking of dismantled materials at the stacking place as per direction of officers of KMRL/KSEB/using those materials. Provision of all the construction drawings, documents & manuals, and as-built drawings, Cable Schedule, circuit diagrams, wiring diagram etc. required to supply, install, test and commission the above installations.
Make In India:
Bidders are encouraged to adopt Indian sources as per the MAKE IN India policy applicable to this tender. However, all plant, materials, supplies, equipment and services shall be to the satisfaction of the Employer and Engineer.
The information on all plant, materials, supplies, equipment and services included in the Contractor’s Proposal and incorporated into the Contract shall not, in any event, be construed as a submission to the Employer under the Contract.
The contractor will be required to take specific approval of the Employer for the deployment of plant, materials, supplies, equipment and services in accordance with the Conditions of the Contract and Employer’s Requirements.
The Bidder should note the requirements for the transfer of technology.
