The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure has published a general tender notice for the Eastern Turkey Middle Corridor Railway Development Project (ETMIC). The financing of this project will be provided by the Islamic Development Bank with 246 million 400 thousand Euros. The project aims to strengthen Türkiye's transportation infrastructure and make the national railway network more durable, accessible and sustainable.
Objectives and Scope of the Project
The Eastern Turkey Middle Corridor Railway Development Project is a major initiative aimed at improving transportation systems in eastern Türkiye. It aims to increase logistics efficiency and strengthen the resilience of Türkiye’s railway network on the Middle Corridor between the Divriği district of Sivas and the Georgian border. The project is designed to strengthen the connectivity of Türkiye’s national railway network while also contributing to environmental sustainability.
The financing provided by the Islamic Development Bank will be used for the procurement of goods, construction works, related services and consultancy services. The project plays an important strategic role with the objectives of increasing regional trade and improving the quality of the railway.
Tender Process and Participation Conditions
Tenders for the supply of materials, construction works and services to be included in the project will be held in accordance with the guidelines of the Islamic Development Bank. The tender processes will be open to all suitable bidders and will be conducted in accordance with the procedures of international competitive tenders (ICB). During this process, procurement announcements for goods, construction works and consultancy services will be announced through the Islamic Development Bank's website, the General Directorate of Infrastructure Investments (AYGM) website and national newspapers published in Türkiye.
Consultancy services will be selected according to the guidelines and criteria determined by the bank. Companies, individuals who want to be involved in the project or those who want to get additional information can contact the General Directorate of Infrastructure Investments of the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure.
Strategic Importance of the Project
The Eastern Turkey Middle Corridor Railway Development Project aims not only at transportation infrastructure but also at regional economic development. Thanks to this project, Türkiye's railway connections with the Middle East and Western Asia will become more robust. In addition, environmental goals such as establishing sustainable transportation systems, reducing environmental impacts and energy efficiency are also taken into consideration in this project.
Proper management of the financing provided for the project and the tender process is considered an important step towards strengthening Türkiye's national railway.
