Etihad Rail Tenders: Requirements & How to Bid
Etihad Rail is the UAE's national railway, connecting all seven emirates over 1,200 km of track. Stage 1 (Shah-Habshan-Ruwais) is operational. Stage 2 connects Abu Dhabi to the Saudi and Oman borders. Stage 3 extends to the Northern Emirates. Tenders cover track construction, stations, signalling, bridges, and associated infrastructure. Values range from AED 500 million to AED 10 billion+.
What Etihad Rail Tenders
Prequalification
Etihad Rail prequalifies contractors with heavy civil and rail experience. International contractors typically JV with UAE firms. ICV certification valued for Abu Dhabi-based packages.
Submission Process
Expression of Interest
Respond to Etihad Rail EOI for specific packages. Demonstrate rail construction capability and financial capacity.
Prequalification
Submit detailed PQ including rail project portfolio, equipment inventory, and financial statements.
Tender
PQ-approved contractors receive tender documents. Packages structured by discipline and geography.
Evaluation
Technical, commercial, and ICV evaluation. Programme and methodology heavily weighted.
Contract Award
Award and mobilisation. Performance bonds and insurance at contract levels required.
Key Documents Required
Typical Project Values
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