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Spain

Railway, Asturias - es/73


Contract Award Notice
Services – Tunnel Modernization
Villabona 90i & 90ii Tunnels, León–Gijón Line

Procedure: Contract award

Contracting Authority

Adif – Administrador de Infraestructuras Ferroviarias
Madrid, Spain
Tel: +34 647 996 819
Email: comprascontratacion@adif.es

 

Contract Description

Adif has awarded a contract for the complete modernization of the Villabona 90i and 90ii tunnels on the conventional gauge León–Gijón railway line. The tunnels are 902 m and 853 m long, respectively, and the modernization works will ensure compliance with current safety, operational, and structural standards.

The contract has been awarded to Vías y Construcciones SA, based in Madrid, a leading Spanish civil engineering company specializing in railway infrastructure.

 

Scope of Works

The contract includes:
• Structural refurbishment and reinforcement of tunnel linings
• Modernization of drainage, ventilation, and safety installations
• Upgrades to electrical, signalling, and lighting systems
• Compliance with current railway safety and operational standards
• Technical documentation and handover

 

Contract Value

• Awarded value: EUR 15 million
• VAT: Excluded

 

Project Background

The Villabona tunnels are key infrastructure elements on the León–Gijón conventional line, serving both passenger and freight traffic. Modernization will extend service life, improve safety, and enhance operational reliability.

 

Legal and Publication Information

• Contract reference: 3.24/27507.0240
• Publication portals: Contratación del Estado, Adif, Ministerio de Transportes



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Germany

Motorway, Thuringia - de/13

Contract Award Notice

Services – Traffic Control System for Tunnel Modernisation

Schmücke Tunnel (1,720 m / 1,729 m), A71 Motorway – Lot 1

Procedure: Award of contract

Contracting Authority

Die Autobahn GmbH des Bundes – Niederlassung Ost

Halle (Saale), Germany

Tel: +49 345 94099504

Email: Vergabe.ost@autobahn.de

Contract Description

Die Autobahn GmbH des Bundes – NL Ost has awarded the contract for the traffic control system required during the modernisation works in the Schmücke Tunnel on the A71 motorway (Lot 1).

The contract covers the provision, installation, and operational management of traffic control and safety-related systems to support tunnel refurbishment activities along this key motorway corridor.

The contract has been awarded to Wolf Montage GmbH & Co. KG, based in Hoppstädten‑Weiersbach.

Scope of Services

The awarded contract includes:

• Traffic control and safety system installation

• Temporary traffic management during tunnel modernisation

• Operational support for traffic regulation equipment

• System monitoring and maintenance during works

• Coordination with site operations and safety teams

Contract Value

• Awarded value: EUR 1.34 million

• VAT: Excluded

Procurement Information

The award has been published in accordance with EU and German public procurement regulations.

Legal and Publication Information

• TED publication: OJ S 242 – https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/833544-2025

• Official reference: A1104400111



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Switzerland

Motorway, Canton of Bern - ch/34


Contract Award Notice
Services – Maintenance and Modernization of Tunnel Management and Safety Systems
Mont du Raimeux Tunnel, A16 Motorway

Procedure: Contract award

 

Contracting Authority

FEDRO – Federal Roads Office
Estavayer-le-Lac, Switzerland
Tel: +41 58 461 87 11
Email: marchespublics.estavayer@astra.admin.ch

 

Contract Description

FEDRO has awarded a contract for the maintenance and modernization of the management and safety systems (BSA) in the Mont du Raimeux tunnel, a 3,390 m tunnel located on the A16 motorway between the Moutier and Choindez junctions.

The contract has been awarded to WSP Ingenieurs Conseils SA, based in Lausanne, Switzerland. The project involves upgrading the tunnel’s operational, safety and monitoring systems to ensure compliance with current standards and to maintain long-term tunnel safety and reliability.

 

Scope of Works

The contract includes:
• Maintenance of existing management and safety systems
• Modernization and technical upgrades of BSA (tunnel control, monitoring, and safety installations)
• System testing, commissioning, and documentation
• Ensuring operational reliability and regulatory compliance of tunnel infrastructure

 

Contract Value

• Awarded value: EUR 4.47 million
• Equivalent: CHF 4.17 million (including 8.1% VAT)

 

Project Background

The Mont du Raimeux tunnel is a critical segment of the A16 motorway, forming part of the trans-Swiss transport corridor. Upgrading its management and safety systems is essential to maintain high safety standards for vehicle traffic and to comply with modern tunnel regulations.

 

Legal and Publication Information

• TED Notice No.: 835688‑2025
• Official Journal: OJ S 242
• Contract reference: N16.10 MP‑230034
• Publication portal: Tenders Electronic Daily (TED)
• Link: https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/835688-2025




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Denmark

Railway, National - dk/21


Contract Award Notice
Supply and Installation – Tunnel Ventilation Systems
Great Belt Rail Tunnel

Procedure: Contract award

 

Contracting Authority

A/S Storebælt
Copenhagen, Denmark
Attn: SBF – Mathilde Thulstrup
Tel: +45 33 93 52 00
Email: math@sbf.dk

 

Contract Description

A/S Storebælt has awarded a contract for the design, manufacture and delivery of tunnel ventilation equipment for the Great Belt rail tunnel in Denmark. The contract forms part of ongoing works to enhance safety and operational reliability within the 8 km-long immersed tunnel, which carries rail traffic beneath the Great Belt strait.

The contract has been awarded to Novenco Building & Industry A/S, based in Næstved, Denmark, a specialist supplier of high-performance ventilation solutions for tunnel and infrastructure applications.

 

Scope of Works

The contract includes:
• Design and engineering of tunnel ventilation equipment
• Production of 160 new jet fans
• Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
• Delivery of equipment to the construction site
• On-site supervision during installation
• Technical documentation and handover

The jet fans will support longitudinal ventilation and smoke control within the tunnel, contributing to compliance with modern safety and fire protection standards for rail tunnels.

 

Contract Value

• Awarded value: EUR 2.83 million
• Equivalent: DKK 21.13 million
• VAT: Excluded

 

Project Background

The Great Belt Fixed Link is one of Denmark’s most critical transport corridors, connecting Zealand and Funen. The rail tunnel, consisting of twin single-track tubes, plays a key role in national and international rail traffic. Continuous upgrades are being implemented to ensure long-term safety, resilience and regulatory compliance.

 

Legal and Publication Information

• TED Notice No.: 832208-2025
• Official Journal: OJ S 241
• Publication portal: Tenders Electronic Daily (TED)
• Link: https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/832208-2025



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Spain

High Speed Railway , Asturias and Castile-Leon - es/55


Contract Award Notice

Services – Maintenance of Signaling, Telecommunications, CTC, Safety & Civil Protection Systems

La Robla – Pola de Lena Section (Pajares Bypass), León–Asturias High-Speed Rail Line

Procedure: Award of contract


Contracting Authority

Adif (Administrador de Infraestructuras Ferroviarias)

Madrid, Spain

Tel: +34 91 300 6638

Email: compras.contratacion@adif.es


Contract Description

Adif has awarded a contract for the maintenance of key operational and safety systems on the La Robla – Pola de Lena section of the León–Asturias high-speed rail line, including the Pajares Bypass.

The contract has been awarded to Hitachi Rail España SL, based in Madrid, and covers the upkeep and operational reliability of signaling systems, fixed telecommunications, centralized traffic control (CTC), safety installations, and civil protection systems along this strategic high-speed corridor.


Scope of Services

The contract includes maintenance and operational support for:

• Signalling systems

• Fixed telecommunications infrastructure

• Centralized traffic control (CTC) systems

• Railway safety installations

• Civil protection and emergency systems

• Associated technical assistance and system performance monitoring


Contract Value

• Awarded value: EUR 11.06 million

• VAT: Excluded


Procurement Information

The contract has been awarded in accordance with applicable Spanish and EU public procurement regulations.


Legal and Publication Information

• Official reference: 2.25/21520.0044.  

• Publication portal: https://contrataciondelestado.es/



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Switzerland

Motorway, Canton of Grisons - ch/61

Contract Award Notice

Works – Construction of Fire-Fighting and Drinking Water Supply Systems

Isla Bella and Plazzas Tunnels / Ravetg Area – N13 Motorway

Procedure: Award of contract

Contracting Authority

Ustra (Federal Roads Office – FEDRO)

Bellinzona, Switzerland

Tel: +41 58 469 6811

Email: acquistipubblici@astra.admin.ch

Contract Description

Ustra has awarded a contract for the construction of new water supply systems serving key tunnel infrastructure along the N13 motorway in the Canton of Graubünden.

The contract has been awarded to Lazzarini AG, based in Samedan, and covers the installation of a fire‑fighting water supply system for the Isla Bella Tunnel (2,449 m) and the Plazzas Tunnel (254 m), as well as the construction of a drinking water supply system for Ravetg.

Scope of Works

The contract includes:

• Construction of a dedicated fire‑fighting water supply system for the Isla Bella Tunnel

• Construction of a fire‑fighting water supply system for the Plazzas Tunnel

• Installation of a new drinking water supply system for the Ravetg area

• Associated civil works, hydraulic installations, and integration with existing N13 motorway infrastructure

Contract Value

• Awarded value: EUR 1.29 million

• Equivalent value: CHF 1.21 million

• VAT: Included (8.1%)

Procurement Information

The contract has been awarded in accordance with applicable Swiss and EU procurement regulations.

Legal and Publication Information

• TED Reference: 758701-2025

• Official Journal: OJ S 221 / 2025

For full details, please consult the official TED notice:

https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/758701-2025



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Spain

High Speed Railway , Asturias - es/55

Contract Award Notice

Services – Maintenance of GSM-R Telecommunications Equipment

La Robla – Pola de Lena Section (Pajares Bypass), León–Asturias High-Speed Rail Line

Procedure: Award of contract

Contracting Authority

Adif (Administrador de Infraestructuras Ferroviarias)

Madrid, Spain

Tel: +34 91 300 6638

Email: compras.contratacion@adif.es

Contract Description

Adif has awarded a contract for the maintenance of GSM-R mobile telecommunications equipment on the La Robla – Pola de Lena section, part of the Pajares Bypass on the León–Asturias high-speed rail corridor.

The contract has been awarded to Nokia Spain SA, based in Madrid, and supports the continued operation and reliability of critical railway telecommunications infrastructure along this strategic high-speed route.

Scope of Services

The contract covers maintenance services for GSM-R telecommunications systems, including:

• Preventive and corrective maintenance of GSM-R equipment

• Operational support for mobile railway communications

• Ensuring system availability and reliability along the La Robla – Pola de Lena section

• Technical assistance and performance monitoring in coordination with Adif

Contract Value

• Awarded value: EUR 2.6 million

• VAT: Excluded

Procurement Information

The contract has been awarded in accordance with applicable Spanish and EU public procurement regulations.

Legal and Publication Information

• Official reference: 2.25/21520.0045. 49/25

• Publication portal: https://contrataciondelestado.es

For full details, please consult the official TED notice: https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/759905-2025



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Switzerland

Railway, Cantons of Geneva and Vaud - ch/144


Contract Award Notice
Services – Preliminary Design (SIA 31)
New Double-Track Railway Line between Morges and Perroy

Procedure: Award of contract


Contracting Authority

SBB CFF FFS (Swiss Federal Railways)
Renens, Switzerland
Tel: +41 79 000 0000
Email: laurent.peronnet@sbb.ch


Contract Description

SBB CFF FFS has awarded a contract for the preliminary design (SIA Phase 31) of a new double-track railway line between Morges and Perroy, located in the Cantons of Geneva and Vaud.
The contract has been awarded to Lombardi SA Ingegneri Consulenti, based in Giubiasco, and forms part of a strategic rail capacity and connectivity enhancement programme in western Switzerland.


Scope of Services

The contract covers preliminary design services for a new railway alignment, including the following main components:

• New double-track railway line between Morges and Perroy
• Approx. 3 km connection from the Morges station exit to Boiron
• Approx. 6 km tunnel section
• Connection on the Perroy side, including an approx. 5 km overpass
• Additional connection works on the Allaman side

Services include alignment studies, civil and structural concept design, tunnel design concepts, interfaces with existing rail infrastructure, and associated technical documentation in accordance with SIA 31 requirements.


Contract Value

Awarded value: EUR 14.94 million
Equivalent value: CHF 14.03 million
VAT: Included (8.1%)


Procurement Information

The contract has been awarded following a procurement procedure in accordance with applicable Swiss and EU procurement regulations.


Legal and Publication Information

TED Reference: 759905-2025
Official Journal: OJ S 221 / 2025

For full details, please consult the official TED notice:
https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/759905-2025



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Netherlands

Road , North Holland - nl/23


Contract Award Notice
Works – Supplementary Works for the Coentunnels
First and Second Coentunnel, Amsterdam

Procedure: Negotiated procedure without prior publication (direct award)


Contracting Authority

Rijkswaterstaat – Programma’s, Projecten en Onderhoud
Utrecht, Netherlands
Contact person: Evelien Bremer
Tel: +31 6 3065 1892
Email: Aanbestedingsteam-GWW@rws.nl


Contract Description

Rijkswaterstaat has awarded a supplementary contract with a value of EUR 3.46 million to The Coentunnel Company (CCY), a consortium consisting of Mobilis, Dura Vermeer, and Besix.
The award relates to the existing contract signed in 2008 for the design, construction, financing, and maintenance of the first and second Coentunnels, which remains in force until 21 December 2037.


Scope of Works

The supplementary works form part of CCY’s ongoing availability and maintenance obligations and include additional activities associated with:

• Design and engineering interfaces
• Tunnel software and control systems
• Technical installations
• Safety systems and structures
• Integration with existing tunnel infrastructure

The contracting authority determined that only CCY possesses the required technical expertise and system knowledge to carry out these works safely and efficiently. Transferring the scope to a third party would have resulted in disproportionate time and cost implications, increased safety risks, and potential disruption to tunnel operations.


Contract Value

Supplementary contract value: EUR 3.46 million
VAT: Excluded


Contract Duration

• Contract validity aligned with the original concession
• End date: 21 December 2037


Procurement Information

The contract was awarded directly without prior publication due to technical exclusivity, safety considerations, and continuity requirements under the existing long-term contract.


Legal and Publication Information

TED Reference: 826430-2025
Official Journal: OJ S 240 / 2025

For full details, please consult the official TED notice:
https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/826430-2025



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Netherlands

Roads, North Holland - nl/23


Contract Award Notice
Supplementary Works – Design, Construction, Financing & Maintenance
Contracting Authority:
Rijkswaterstaat – Programma’s, Projecten en Onderhoud
Utrecht, Netherlands
Attn: Evelien Bremer
Tel: +31 6 3065 1892
Email: Aanbestedingsteam-GWW@rws.nl
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Contract Description
The contracting authority has directly awarded a supplementary contract for additional works related to the design, construction, financing, and maintenance of the first and second Coentunnels. The original contract was concluded in 2008 and remains in force until 21 December 2037.
The supplementary award was made under a negotiated procedure without prior publication, as only the original contractor possessed the specialist technical expertise and system knowledge required to safely and efficiently carry out the additional scope.
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Scope of Supplementary Works
The additional services form part of the contractor’s availability and maintenance obligations and include works related to:
• Tunnel design and integrated systems
• Control software and operational systems
• Mechanical and electrical installations
• Interfaces between tunnel subsystems
• Safety and monitoring structures
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Justification for Direct Award
Only the incumbent contractor had the necessary:
• In-depth knowledge of the original tunnel design
• Proprietary software and system interfaces
• Integrated safety systems and operational structures
Assigning the works to a third party would have resulted in disproportionate time delays, increased costs, safety risks, and potential contractual and operational disruptions. Substitution would have jeopardised service continuity, tunnel safety, and compliance with availability requirements.
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Awarded Contractor
Coentunnel Company (CCY)
Consortium composed of:
• Mobilis
• Dura Vermeer
• Besix
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Contract Value
• EUR: 37.28 million
• VAT: Excluded
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Legal and Publication Information
• TED Reference: 827295-2025
• Official Journal: OJ S 240
For full details, consult the official TED notice:
https://ted.europa.eu/it/notice/-/detail/827295-2025



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