Czech Republic: Modernisation contract awarded for Hradčanská station on Prague Metro Line A

Client / Awarding Authority
Dopravní podnik hl. m. Prahy (DPP), Prague, Czech Republic

Winning Contractor(s)

• Metrostav CZ s.r.o. (Czech Republic), Prague
• GEOSAN GROUP a.s. (Czech Republic), Kolín

Project Scope
DPP has awarded a contract for the replacement of escalators and modernisation works at Hradčanská underground station and the associated Hradčanská electrical substation on Line A of the Prague Metro.

The works include removal and installation of new escalator systems serving the station platforms, refurbishment and upgrading of station infrastructure, and modernisation of the electrical substation supplying traction and station power systems. The project forms part of ongoing upgrades to improve reliability and operational performance of the Prague Metro network.

Further information:
https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/149979-2026, OJ S 044

Tunnel Characteristics

• Hradčanská Station on Prague Metro Line A
• Underground metro station located within the city’s deep-level metro tunnel system
• Works include station infrastructure upgrades and escalator replacement within the underground station environment

Contract Value
EUR 46.50 million (CZK 1.13 billion), excluding VAT

Location
Prague, Czech Republic

Contact
DPP (Dopravní podnik hl. m. Prahy)
Tel: +420 224827884
Email: zakazky@dpp.cz

Ref. No. 0303/156. 10/26.

France/Italy: Repair works contract awarded for Mont Blanc Tunnel vault and structural elements

Client / Awarding Authority
GEIE du Tunnel du Mont Blanc (TMBGEIE), Chamonix, France

Winning Contractor(s)

• Freyssinet France Centre Est (France), Chaponost – Lot 1: French side
• Spie Batignolles Génie Civil (France), Nanterre – Lot 2: Italian side

Project Scope
GEIE du Tunnel du Mont Blanc has awarded two contracts for repair works addressing localised structural damage within the Mont Blanc road tunnel.

The contracts cover repair and rehabilitation of the tunnel vault, roadway slab and protective canopies, in accordance with the technical specifications set out in the CCTP (Technical Specification Document). Works will involve structural repair interventions within the tunnel infrastructure on both the French and Italian sides.

Lot 1 covers the French section of the tunnel, while Lot 2 covers the Italian section, ensuring coordinated maintenance across the cross-border infrastructure operated by TMBGEIE.

Further information:
https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/157072-2026, OJ S 046

Tunnel Characteristics

• Mont Blanc Tunnel – international road tunnel linking France and Italy
• Length: approximately 11.6 km
• Single-tube bi-directional road tunnel beneath the Mont Blanc massif
• Structural works relate to vault, roadway slab and canopy elements within the tunnel

Location
Mont Blanc Tunnel, between Chamonix (France) and Courmayeur (Italy)

Contact
GEIE du Tunnel du Mont Blanc
Tel: +33 045 0555500
Email: uacquisti@tunnelmb.com

Ref. 10/26.

France/Italy: Maintenance contract awarded for Mont Blanc Tunnel network infrastructure

Client / Awarding Authority
GEIE du Tunnel du Mont Blanc (TMBGEIE), Chamonix, France

Winning Contractor(s)
Spie ICS (France), Malakoff

Project Scope
Spie ICS has been awarded a contract for the maintenance and operational management of the information system and network infrastructure of the Mont Blanc Tunnel, including studies and implementation of system developments.

The works cover maintenance of the tunnel’s digital and communication infrastructure, including monitoring, operation and upgrades of the integrated network systems supporting tunnel safety and operations. The contract also includes studies and implementation of improvements to the network infrastructure.

The TMBGEIE information system operates as a single integrated system across French and Italian territory, with redundant infrastructure installed on both sides of the border. Server rooms are duplicated in France and Italy, while technical rooms within the tunnel are located approximately two-thirds on the French side and one-third on the Italian side.

Further information:
https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/152102-2026, OJ S 044

Tunnel Characteristics

• Mont Blanc Tunnel – bi-national road tunnel connecting France and Italy
• Approximate length: 11.6 km
• Cross-border motorway tunnel linking Chamonix (France) and Courmayeur (Italy)
• Operational and safety systems supported by integrated network infrastructure installed throughout the tunnel

Contract Value
EUR 297,120 (excluding VAT)

Duration
Not stated

Location
Mont Blanc Tunnel, between Chamonix, France and Courmayeur, Italy

Contact
GEIE du Tunnel du Mont Blanc
Tel: +33 045 0555500
Email: uacquisti@tunnelmb.com

Ref. 10/26.

Finland: Ground investigation contracts awarded for Helsinki Airport Line railway tunnel project

Client / Awarding Authority
Lentorata Oy, Vantaa, Finland

Winning Contractor(s)

• Taratest Oy (Finland), Pirkkala – Lots 1, 4, 5 and 6
• Ramboll Finland Oy (Finland), Espoo – Lots 2 and 3

Project Scope
Contracts covering soil and bedrock investigations for the design phase of the Airport Line (Lentorata) railway project have been awarded across six lots.

The investigations will support the planning and engineering design of a new 25 km railway connection between Pasila and Kerava via Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. The line will significantly increase rail capacity on the Helsinki region’s long-distance and commuter rail network and will include extensive underground construction.

The scope of work includes geological and geotechnical investigations, drilling, rock and soil sampling, and analysis to determine ground conditions along the future railway alignment and within planned underground sections.

Lot allocations and values are as follows:

• Taratest Oy (Finland)
• Lot 1 – EUR 197,755
• Lot 4 – EUR 117,695
• Lot 5 – EUR 345,915
• Lot 6 – EUR 591,432
• Ramboll Finland Oy (Finland)
• Lot 2 – EUR 106,926
• Lot 3 – EUR 79,925

Further information:
https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/148330-2026, OJ S 043

Tunnel Characteristics

• Railway tunnels forming part of the Lentorata Airport Line
• Total line length: 25 km
• Underground section: approximately 24 km in tunnel
• Twin-track underground railway alignment planned between Pasila and Kerava via Helsinki-Vantaa Airport

Contract Value
Total value of investigation contracts: EUR 1,439,648

Location
Helsinki metropolitan area, Finland – Pasila to Kerava via Helsinki-Vantaa Airport

Contact
Lentorata Oy
Attn: Siru Koski
Email: toimisto@lentorata.fi

Ref. No. 588797. 10/26.

Client / Awarding Authority - Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration (Vegagerðin), Iceland

Winning Contractor
COWI Ísland (COWI), Iceland/Denmark

Project Scope
Award of preliminary and detailed design services for the Fljótagöng road tunnel scheme. The consultancy contract includes:

• Design of a 5.3km road tunnel
• Design of approximately 19km of connecting roadworks
• Two bridges
• One roundabout
• One rest area
• One underpass for pedestrians, cyclists and equestrians
• Preparation of construction tender documentation
• Completion of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) documentation

The contract was tendered across the European Economic Area. Three bids were received (Efla hf., COWI Ísland and Norconsult ehf.).

Tunnel Characteristics

• Type: Single-bore road tunnel
• Length: 5.3km
• Alignment: Between Nautadalur (Fljót) and Hólsdalur (near Siglufjörður)
• Key design considerations: volcanic and glacial ground conditions, groundwater management, portal stability, drainage and lining design for freeze–thaw conditions, and ventilation and fire-life-safety systems in accordance with European road tunnel standards.

Contract Value
ISK 215.6 million (client estimate: ISK 272 million)

Duration
Design completion scheduled for November 2026

Location
Northern Iceland, between Fljót district and Siglufjörður.  For further information please click here. 09/26.

Client / Awarding Authority - Bane NOR Norway
Website: https://www.banenor.no

Award date: January 2026 

Winning Contractor(s)

Veidekke Bane (Norway)
Website: https://www.veidekke.no 

Project Scope

Award of a track renewal contract covering 46 km of railway line across five sections in Eastern Norway.

The works include:

• Replacement of existing track on the:
• Røros Line (Rørosbanen)
• Dovre Line (Dovrebanen)
• Gardermoen Line (Gardermobanen)
• Upper Main Line (Øvre Hovedbanen)
• Gjøvik Line (Gjøvikbanen)
• Installation of approximately 90,000 tonnes of ballast;
• Replacement of more than 75,000 sleepers.

The contract forms part of Bane NOR’s national railway maintenance programme. 

Tunnel Characteristics

Romeriksporten Tunnel

• Type: Double-track railway tunnel
• Length: 14.58 km
• Line: Gardermoen Line (Gardermobanen)

Track renewal works are to be carried out within the Romeriksporten Tunnel as part of the overall contract.

Contract Value

NOK 460 million (approximately EUR 40.82 million), excluding VAT. 

Duration

Main construction works are scheduled from early May to mid-September 2026. 

Location

Eastern Norway – Counties of Oslo, Akershus, Innlandet and Trøndelag, including works within the Romeriksporten Tunnel on the Gardermoen Line. 09/26.

Client / Awarding Authority - Ministry of Construction of Vietnam
Website: https://moc.gov.vn/en/Pages/default.aspx

Award date: February 2026

Winning Contractor(s)

EVRC – European Vietnam Rail Construction Consortium, comprising:

• Artelia (France) – https://www.arteliagroup.com/
• INECO (Spain)
• RCIC (Vietnam)

Renfe International Projects (Spain) is collaborating with the consortium in relation to operational expertise.

Project Scope

Award of a project management services contract for the preparation of studies for the proposed Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City high-speed railway (LGV).

The contract covers upstream development and coordination activities prior to construction, including:

• Structuring and management of feasibility studies (FS);
• Preparation and supervision of Front-End Engineering Design (FEED);
• Coordination of technical disciplines including railway alignment, tunnels, civil engineering works, architecture and electromechanical systems;
• Selection and supervision of national and international consultants for site investigations and surveys.

The awarded contract relates to preparatory and study phases and does not include construction works.

Further project information:
https://www.arteliagroup.com/

Tunnel Characteristics

The Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City high-speed railway is planned as a 1,541 km standard-gauge (1,435 mm) line.

• Design speed: Up to 350 km/h
• Infrastructure components: 23 passenger stations and 5 freight stations
• Underground works: Tunnel sections to be defined and developed during the study and design phases under the awarded contract

Tunnel engineering forms part of the technical disciplines to be managed within the scope of the studies contract.

Contract Value

The value of the awarded project management services contract has not been disclosed.

The overall high-speed railway programme has been reported at approximately USD 67 billion.

Duration

The duration of the project management services contract has not been specified.

The overall railway programme is planned for phased implementation, with full completion targeted for 2035.

Location

National corridor, Vietnam – connecting Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. 09/26.

Mueller + Hereth Ingenieurbüro GmbH (Freilassing) has been awarded the contract for project management, site supervision, and local construction oversight for the Auerberg Tunnel on the federal road B2.

The project forms part of the B17SABBA002200 scheme for the new four‑lane construction between Eschenlohe and Oberau.

Tunnel details:

• Twin‑tube Auerberg Tunnel – 1.9 km
• Six cross‑passages

Contact Staatliche Bauamt Weilheim, Weilheim.
Tel +49 8819900, fax +49 8819901000, email poststelle@stbawm.bayern.de.
See https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/detail/122801-2026, OJ S 036.
Ref. 25‑090662.
08/26.

Award  Tendering Authority - Arna–Stanghelle Joint Project (A collaboration between the Norwegian Public Roads Administration and Bane NOR) 

Contracting Authorities:  Norwegian Public Roads Administration (Statens vegvesen) Bane NOR 

Procedure Type Notice type: Contract Award Notice Contract form: Framework Agreement (Consultancy Services) Award date: 9 February 2026 Standstill period: Until 19 February (prior to contract signature) Award basis: Best price-quality ratio 

Scope of Works  The framework agreement covers comprehensive consultancy services for the Arna–Stanghelle road and railway development, including:

• Design and engineering services
• Preparation of tender documentation
• Assistance in follow-up of main road and railway construction contracts during execution
• Model-based design development
• Sustainable design solutions
• Preparation of design basis and digital model basis for the entire project
• Cost estimation of major construction works
• Preparation of procurement documents for total, execution and interaction contracts
• Construction phase follow-up
• Participation in joint electrical and telecommunications systems for road and railway
• Preparation of construction implementation plans

Management of application processes and public approvals The contract supports delivery of what is described as the largest tunnel project in Norwegian history, forming part of a major national transport corridor. 

Tunnel Details Project section: Arna – Stanghelle (between Bergen and Voss) Infrastructure type: Combined road and railway development Configuration: Multiple new tunnels forming part of the corridor (largest tunnel project in Norway) Strategic function: Upgrade of a key national transport corridor between Bergen and Oslo The existing section is characterised by:

• Low infrastructure standards
• Ageing tunnels requiring significant upgrading
• Landslide-prone terrain
• High accident rates, including serious head-on collisions
• The project aims to improve safety, reliability and capacity for both road and rail traffic. 

Contract Value Framework agreement value: NOK 2.2 billion 
Duration Framework duration: Up to 8 years 
Awarded Consultant Joint Venture:  Norconsult Norge AS - Dr. Ing. A. Aas-Jakobsen AS

All submitted bids were from Norwegian consulting firms. The evaluation concluded that the awarded joint venture offered the best overall price-quality ratio. 

This award marks a significant milestone in the development of the Arna–Stanghelle corridor, a major road and railway upgrade project forming part of Norway’s primary east–west transport connection between Bergen and Oslo. For access to the original tender click this link https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/576510-2025 07/26.

Tendering Authority - Rijkswaterstaat Grote Projecten en Onderhoud
Griffioenlaan 2
3526 LA Utrecht
Netherlands

Contact: Madhwi Kanhai
Email: Aanbestedingsteam-GWW@rws.nl
Tel: +31 887970777
Website: http://www.rijkswaterstaat.nl

Legal status: Central government authority
Activity: Housing and community amenities

 

Procedure Type

• Notice type: Contract Award Notice (Change Notice)
• Procedure: Negotiated procedure without prior call for competition
• Legal basis: Directive 2014/24/EU
• Contract form: DBFM (Design, Build, Finance and Maintain) – modification of existing contract
• Framework agreement: No
• Dynamic purchasing system: No

The modification concerns the DBFM contract awarded in 2014 for the widening of the A9 Gaasperdammerweg, including tunnel infrastructure and the Holendrecht–Diemen interchange (Project SAA-A9-Gaasperdammerweg).

 

Scope of Works

The modification relates to the existing DBFM contract for:

• Design
• Construction
• Financing
• 20-year maintenance period (until 25 June 2038)

covering the widened A9 Gaasperdammerweg, including the tunnel and associated interchange works.

During project implementation, issues arose that could not be resolved without a formal Employer’s Modification. The modification has a duration of 12 months (overall lot duration indicated as 24 months).

The bundled publication serves as a corrective measure to retroactively comply with publication obligations for modifications not previously published.

Detailed changes are set out in the annex:
“Wijzigingen Gaasperdammertunnel onder artikel 2.163e AW 2012”.

 

Tunnel Details

• Tunnel name: Gaasperdammertunnel
• Type: Road tunnel (part of widened A9 motorway corridor)
• CPV classification: 45221241 – Road tunnel construction work
• Location: Amsterdam, Groot-Amsterdam (NL32B), Netherlands
• Contract model: Integrated DBFM

The modifications were necessitated by:

• New technical insights emerging during execution
• Updated safety standards
• Additional requirements for tunnel technical installations
• Stricter national and European requirements relating to tunnel safety, cybersecurity and availability
• Changed regional conditions due to concurrent major infrastructure projects in Amsterdam (A1, A10, A4 and municipal works), creating unforeseen dependencies and safety risks

The contracting authority determined that:

• The circumstances could not reasonably have been foreseen at contract award (Article 2.163e Dutch Public Procurement Act 2012)
• The nature of the contract was not altered
• The modification remained proportionate
• The amendment was necessary to ensure safety and operational continuity

 

Contract Value

• Total value of modification(s): EUR 803,721,500
• Procurement not financed by EU funds
• Covered by GPA: Yes

 

Duration

• Lot duration: 24 months
• Modification implementation period: 12 months
• Original DBFM maintenance period runs until 25 June 2038

 

Award

• Contractor: IXAS ZUID-OOST BV
• Contract signature date: 01 January 2022
• Subcontracting: No
• Number of tenders received: 1
• Justification for direct award: Absence of competition for technical reasons; modification under Article 2.163e AW 2012

 

Deadline

Not applicable – Contract Award Notice (result of procedure).

Complaints regarding procurement procedures may be submitted to:
klachtenmeldpunt@rws.nl

Rijkswaterstaat applies the Code of Conduct “Publiek Opdrachtgeverschap”:
http://www.rws.nl/opdrachtgeverscode

 

Review Body

Civil Court of The Hague (Burgerlijke rechter te ’s-Gravenhage)
Den Haag 2595AJ
Netherlands
Email: voorlichting.rb.den.haag@rechtspraak.nl
Website: http://www.rechtspraak.nl

 

This notice concerns the formal publication of contractual modifications to the DBFM agreement for the A9 Gaasperdammerweg, including the Gaasperdammertunnel, in the Amsterdam metropolitan region.

For further information please visit https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/99053-2026 07/26.