Lisbon Metro Receives Four Bids for Odivelas-Loures Line Expansion Project

The Lisbon Metro has announced the receipt of four proposals for the Odivelas-Loures light rail line project, a significant step forward in the expansion of the city's public transportation network. The project, with a base price of 600 million euros plus VAT, was launched on April 15.

Key Details of the Project:

• The proposals were submitted by consortia including MasterStylo, Mota Engil, Zagope, Spie Batignolles Internacional, Teixeira Duarte, Casais, Tecnovia, E.P.O.S., Somafel, Jayme da Costa, FCC Construcción, Contratas y Ventas, Comsa, Comsa Instalaciones Y Sistemas Industriales, and Fergrupo.
• The project encompasses the design and construction of the light rail system infrastructure, urban redevelopment, expropriation studies, and vehicle supply.
• The Violet Line, spanning 11.5 kilometers, will feature 17 stations across Loures and Odivelas, with various station types including surface, underground, and trench stations.

Project Timeline and Challenges:

• The initial tender in March 2024 saw all bids rejected for exceeding the base price by an average of 46%, leading to a budget adjustment of 150.2 million euros.
• Completion is expected by 2029, marking a pivotal development in Lisbon's public transport infrastructure.

This expansion is part of Lisbon Metro's broader strategy to enhance connectivity and reduce traffic congestion in the metropolitan area.