STN: The Andhra Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Limited (APMRCL) has invited bids for the first civil contract of the Vijayawada Metro Project. This step follows the ₹6250 crore civil contract floated for the Vizag Metro Project.
Scope of the Vijayawada Metro Project
The contract, valued at ₹4150 crore, covers the design and construction of a 38.40 km viaduct. It also includes the development of one underground metro station and 32 elevated metro stations under Phase 1 of the project.
Tender Details
- Tender Number: APMRCL/PROC-VJA/2025/CW/05
- EMD (Earnest Money Deposit): ₹41.50 crore
- Contract Duration: 30 months from commencement date
- 24 months for the double-decker 4-lane flyover section
- Estimated Contract Value: ₹4150 crore
- Pre-bid Meeting Date: August 18, 2025
Contract Responsibilities
The selected contractor will handle engineering, design, and construction. This includes:
- Building 38.40 km of viaduct
- Constructing a 4.33 km double-decker 4-lane flyover with a metro viaduct
- Developing 1 underground metro station
- Constructing 32 elevated metro stations
The project will be carried out on an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) basis.
Route Details of Vijayawada Metro Project
The Vijayawada Metro Project Phase 1 covers 38.4 km, divided into two corridors:
- Corridor 1: PNBS to Gannavaram — 25.95 km with 22 stations
- Corridor 2: PNBS to Penamaluru — 12.45 km with 12 stations
General Consultant for Vijayawada Metro
The state government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with TYPSA Consultancy. The firm will act as the general consultant for the project. TYPSA will oversee planning, design, and construction to ensure smooth execution.
FAQs on Vijayawada Metro Project
A: The construction is expected to begin soon after the bidding process and contract award are completed, following the pre-bid meeting in August 2025.
A: The overall duration is 30 months from the start date. The double-decker flyover section must be finished within 24 months.
A: The first civil contract is valued at ₹4150 crore under Phase 1.
A: TYPSA Consultancy has been appointed as the general consultant to oversee the planning, design, and construction phases.
A: There will be a total of 33 stations — one underground and 32 elevated.
A: The metro is expected to reduce traffic congestion, improve public transport, and provide faster connectivity between key parts of the city.
