Interested parties are asked to apply for pre-qualification in the 2024 operations and maintenance contract for the Melbourne tram network.
Those pre-qualified will be invited to participate in a Request for Proposal phase commencing July 2023.
Notification of the tender is available on Buying for Victoria – Display Tender DOT2516-1 (tenders.vic.gov.au)
The tender process is open to companies from around the world to ensure the project receives the requisite capabilities, expertise and experience.
The iconic Melbourne tram network is the largest in the world, with 250 kilometres of double track, over 1600 tram stops and 24 routes.
Operating for more than 100 years, its fleet has more than 510 trams, with eight depots, forming part of an integrated transport system with the road and rail network, servicing the city and linking to regional services.
New infrastructure and technology are improving accessibility and safety outcomes across the network.
The tram operations and maintenance will be under a newly designed contract, one that continues to modernise the experience for passengers and delivers improvements at every stage of the journey.
The Government has invested significantly in new trams and supporting infrastructure, and this next contract will ensure that these are delivered to benefit passengers.
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