NBCC appeals bid for the redevelopment of GPRA colony, Sarojini Nagar

12 Apr 2023 CW Team

In order to complete the development of the GPRA community in Sarojini Nagar, New Delhi, NBCC (India) Limited published an EPC tender. It includes the construction of 1048 Type-V residences, six community halls, and ancillary projects under Pkg. IV B, as well as operation and maintenance for a period of five years.

The contract's estimated value is Rs 1077.23 crore with a 20-month completion window, which includes the construction cost of Rs 1057.83 crore and the operation and maintenance cost of Rs 19.40 crore.

The completion period for operation and maintenance (O&M) is five years. MoHUA is the client and owner of the project. As per the tender, the deadline for bid submission is April 28, 2023.

Essential details:

Tender ID:- 2023_NBCC_701723_1

Tender fee:- 3,54,000

Tender Reference Number:- NBCC/CPG/Sarojini Nagar/Package IV-B/2023/355

Tender type:- Open

Bid submission start date:- 01 March 2023

Bid submission end date:- 28 April 2023

The Sarojini Nagar project consists of both commercial space and general pool residential housing. As part of the project, the existing housing stock of 12,970 would be replaced by approximately 25,667 dwelling units, with supporting social infrastructure facilities. Also, a special focus is being placed on preserving the greatest number of existing trees. The complexes are being built on green grounds, with luxuriant trees surrounding the constructed area. Creation of open spaces to derive the maximum benefit from city infrastructure, including social and recreational infrastructure. The project is to have other safety measures for electrical services like fire alarms, CCTV, panels, distribution, ESS, and more.

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