Tender Floated for 4.84 km Elevated Viaduct
Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited (GMRC) has floated a tender valued at Rs 438.94 crore for the construction of a 4.84 km elevated viaduct for the Ahmedabad Metro, as reported on 15 October 2026 by Metro Rail News. No further breakdown of scope, timeline or pre-qualification criteria was available at the time of reporting.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Project | Ahmedabad Metro — Elevated Viaduct Construction |
| Promoter / Client | Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited (GMRC) |
| Location | Ahmedabad, Gujarat |
| Tender Value | Rs 438.94 crore |
| Scope | Construction of 4.84 km elevated viaduct |
| Stage | Tender floated |
Project Context: Ahmedabad Metro Phase II
Projects India tracks the broader Ahmedabad Metro Phase II programme, promoted by Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited, at a total project value of Rs 5,384 crore, currently at the Under Approvals stage. The Rs 438.94 crore viaduct tender represents a civil works package within that wider scheme. Suppliers and civil contractors following the programme can monitor its progress alongside other railways projects in India tracked on the platform.
Gujarat Within the Broader Railways Pipeline
Gujarat accounts for 157 of the 1,973 railway-sector projects that Projects India tracks nationally, placing it fourth among states by volume. Maharashtra leads with 526 tracked projects, followed by Uttar Pradesh (171) and West Bengal (159). Karnataka records 107 and Bihar 98. This distribution signals that while Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh carry the densest pipelines, Gujarat's metro and rail activity continues to generate procurement opportunities for suppliers positioned in the western region.
Stage Breakdown: Where Work Stands Nationally
Across all 1,973 tracked railway projects in India, the stage breakdown reveals a substantial volume of near-term opportunity. Construction Started accounts for 830 projects, the largest single cohort, indicating active site work and ongoing demand for equipment, materials and subcontracting. A further 634 projects sit at Under Approvals, representing the next wave of procurement activity. Planning-stage projects number 302, while 89 are at Early or Announced stage. Fifty-six projects are Nearly Complete and 29 have been recorded as Completed.
For suppliers, the 634 projects Under Approvals — a category that includes the Ahmedabad Metro Phase II programme itself — represent the most time-sensitive window for early engagement, before contracts are awarded. Eight new projects were added to the railways sub-sector within the last 90 days, reflecting a steady flow of fresh opportunities. Readers can review the full Infrastructure Projects sector overview for context across all sub-sectors.
Recent Awards in Metro Rail for Benchmarking
Civil contractors assessing the Rs 438.94 crore viaduct package may find it useful to benchmark against recent metro rail awards. A Rs 1,383 crore civil contract for Lucknow Metro Phase 1B was won by Afcons Infrastructure, while a Rs 368.98 crore Chennai Metro contract was secured by Capacite Infraprojects. These awards indicate the competitive landscape for elevated civil works packages of comparable scale.
What this means for suppliers and contractors
The Rs 438.94 crore elevated viaduct tender from GMRC is a direct procurement opportunity for civil construction firms, structural steel fabricators, formwork and falsework suppliers, precast segment manufacturers and related trades. Given that the Ahmedabad Metro Phase II programme is currently recorded at Under Approvals stage in the Projects India database, this viaduct tender may be among the earlier civil packages to move into active procurement, making early positioning relevant for firms not already engaged with GMRC. Gujarat's base of 157 tracked railway projects also suggests an active regional pipeline beyond this single package. Contractors and equipment makers should monitor the tender closely for eligibility criteria and submission deadlines as further details emerge.
Frequently asked questions
What is the value of the GMRC elevated viaduct tender for Ahmedabad Metro?
Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited has floated a tender worth Rs 438.94 crore for the construction of a 4.84 km elevated viaduct for the Ahmedabad Metro, as reported on 15 October 2026.
What is the total value of the Ahmedabad Metro Phase II project?
Projects India tracks the Ahmedabad Metro Phase II programme at a total project value of Rs 5,384 crore, promoted by Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited, currently at the Under Approvals stage.
How many railway projects are currently tracked in Gujarat?
Projects India tracks 157 railway-sector projects in Gujarat, placing the state fourth nationally behind Maharashtra (526), Uttar Pradesh (171) and West Bengal (159).
How many railway projects in India are at the construction stage?
Of 1,973 railway projects tracked by Projects India, 830 are at the Construction Started stage, representing the largest cohort and ongoing demand for materials, equipment and subcontracting services across the country.
