STN: The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) has invited bids for the Independent Safety Assessment (ISA) of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail (Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train) project.
This tender seeks a qualified consultant to carry out the ISA across the full stretch of the project.
Tender Details for Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Safety Assessment
The NHSRCL released the tender with the following key details:
- Tender Opening Date: 2 June 2025
- Bid Submission Start Date: 23 July 2025
- Bid Submission End Date: 12 August 2025
- Bid Opening Date: 13 August 2025
- Tender ID: 2025_NHSRC_237274_1
- Tender No: NHSRCL/CO/OS/ISA/2025/09
- EMD Amount: ₹1,38,50,000
- Contract Duration: 2,558 days
The scope includes the selection of a consultant to perform the Independent Safety Assessment for the project.
Recent Progress on Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train
The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project is moving forward steadily.
Work began recently on casting the first concrete slab at the Virar station. This marks a key step in construction for the corridor in Maharashtra.
In addition, the first Shinkansen train for the project has started its trial phase in Japan. This train will later be used on the Indian route after tests are completed.
Project Overview
The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train is a high-speed rail line under construction between Mumbai and Ahmedabad. The total route covers a distance of 508 kilometers.
There will be 12 stations along the corridor. Of these, 8 stations are in Gujarat, and 4 stations are in Maharashtra.
List of Stations
- Mumbai
- Thane
- Virar
- Boisar
- Vapi
- Bilimora
- Surat
- Bharuch
- Vadodara
- Anand
- Ahmedabad
- Sabarmati
The project uses Japan’s Shinkansen technology and aims to reduce travel time between Mumbai and Ahmedabad to around two hours.
Once complete, the bullet train will run at speeds up to 320 km/h.
Purpose of Independent Safety Assessment
The Independent Safety Assessment will cover the complete route, including track, stations, signaling, and rolling stock. The selected consultant will ensure that all systems meet safety standards before operations begin.
This assessment will play a key role in certifying the project for public use.
What Comes Next
After the bid submission closes on 12 August 2025, the NHSRCL will review applications. The consultant chosen through this process will work over a contract period of 2,558 days, overseeing safety checks at various stages of the project.
Conclusion
The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train is one of India’s biggest infrastructure projects. With the safety assessment tender now open, the project enters another important phase.
More construction updates and trials are expected in the coming months.
