Narkanda to Hatu Peak Passenger Ropeway Development and Operations, Shimla

The Ropeway and Rapid Transport System Development Corporation (RTDC), a State Government undertaking, hereby invites Open Tenders from experienced and qualified bidders for a significant infrastructure project. This comprehensive tender encompasses the development, operation, and maintenance of a passenger ropeway from Narkanda to Hatu Peak in District Shimla, operating under a Design, Build, Finance, Operate, and Transfer (DBFOT) mode. With an estimated tender value of ₹2,06,00,00,000 (Two Hundred Six Crore Indian Rupees), this project represents a substantial opportunity for firms capable of delivering large-scale public transportation solutions that enhance regional connectivity and tourism.

Interested parties are required to submit their bids through a two-cover system, comprising Fee/Pre-Qualification/Technical and Financial submissions. A mandatory Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹2,06,00,000 (Two Crore Six Lakh Indian Rupees) and a non-refundable Tender Fee of ₹3,54,000 (Three Lakh Fifty-Four Thousand Indian Rupees) are required, payable to the DGM, RTDC at Shimla, via Demand Draft, Bank Guarantee, or Fixed Deposit.

The critical timeline for this tender is as follows: Bidding commenced on 27th December 2025 at 04:55 PM, with the Bid Submission End Date set for 13th August 2026 at 11:00 AM. The technical bids will be opened on 13th August 2026 at 03:30 PM. Prospective bidders are strongly advised to download the detailed tender documents, available from 27th December 2025 until 13th August 2026, for a comprehensive understanding of all requirements and specifications. All inquiries and formal submissions should be directed to the DGM, RTDC, US Club Shimla-01, the Tender Inviting Authority for this project.