The Agency for Trains and Integrated Public Transportation (ATTRAPI) launched the tender for the construction and design of 9.204 kilometers (km) of the Saltillo–Nuevo Laredo passenger train, segment 15 “A2”, Monterrey Metropolitan Area.
The agency detailed that the project includes the construction of a double railway track , the elevated stations of González Garza and Monterrey Centro, as well as the studies necessary for the correct preparation and authorization of the executive project.
ATTRAPI indicated that the construction of the project will be carried out subsequently, through excavation work, soil improvement, foundations, retaining walls, mechanically stabilized walls, earthworks, ballast, sleepers, rails and their respective fixings, as well as reinforced and prestressed steel concrete for the vertical and horizontal foundation, lighting, traffic lights, among others.
Also, the construction and modernization of viaducts , railway and vehicular bridges designed to guarantee the continuity of train and road traffic.
“This project aims to enhance intercity connectivity in the Monterrey Metropolitan Area, through a modern, efficient and sustainable railway infrastructure,” he emphasized.
According to the tender documents, the site visit will take place on February 25 , followed by a clarification meeting the next day. The proposals will be opened on March 30, and the date for the tender’s decision will be announced that same day.
ATTRAPI has set May 1st as the start date for the project , with a completion timeframe of 1,007 calendar days. It specified that it has allocated 1,701,168,857.41 pesos for this project this year.
The Saltillo–Nuevo Laredo train is expected to improve regional connectivity in the Bajío region. This 18.06 km rail line connects the Monterrey Metropolitan Area, passing through urban areas, rural areas, and industrial sites.
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