π Tender Overview
Scope :
As a continuation of the first and second tranche of Greater Cairo Metro Line No. 4 Phase 1 Project, signed in 2012 and 2022 respectively, the objective of this third tranche is to meet transportation demand, mitigate traffic congestion, and improve air pollution in the Greater Cairo area. It will do so by constructing a new metro (approximately 19 km in length) in the southwest of Greater Cairo and in the city center of Cairo. This project will contribute to the achievement of SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) Goals 9 (Industry, innovation and infrastructure), 11 (Sustainable cities and communities), and 13 (Climate action).
The Special Terms for Economic Partnership (STEP)* scheme apply to the Japanese ODA loan for this project, and Japanese systems and trains will be installed at the metro being constructed under the project.
Planned Implementation Schedule
(1) Completion of project: February 2028βwhen the metro is put into service
(2) Issuing of letters of invitation for consulting services (including detailed design work): already employed
(3) Tendering of announcement of initial procurement package for international competitive bidding on project construction: already contracted
