The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has issued a tender worth approximately ₹3.19 crore to appoint a Detailed Design Consultant for the Central Vista depot. Located near the Majlis Park station on the Pink Line, this depot is a crucial part of the Phase-V expansion plan. It will serve the upcoming corridors and the extension of the Magenta Line to improve city-wide connectivity for thousands of daily passengers.
What are the important dates and costs for this tender?
The DMRC has set specific timelines for the selection of the design consultant for architectural and electrical design works. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for April 9, 2026, to address queries from interested companies. The formal submission of bids will take place between April 17 and April 23, 2026. The technical bids are expected to be opened on April 24, 2026, for further evaluation.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Estimated Tender Value | ₹3.19 Crore |
| Tender Fee | ₹23,600 |
| Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) | ₹3,76,543 |
| Pre-bid Meeting Date | April 9, 2026 |
| Bid Submission End Date | April 23, 2026 |
| Bid Opening Date | April 24, 2026 |
How will the Central Vista Depot impact the Metro network?
This new facility is designed to handle the operational needs of the Magenta Line extension, which will become the longest driverless line in the DMRC network. The Central Vista corridor will connect major hubs like Kartavya Bhawan and the Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum. It is estimated that around 60,000 office employees and nearly 2 lakh daily visitors will benefit from this improved infrastructure. Mrs. Mamta Shah, MD & CEO of Urban Infra Group, noted that appointing a design consultant at this stage is a structured step for infrastructure development as depot design determines future maintenance and scalability.