AECOM India Pvt. Ltd Bags ₹179.9 Cr General Consultant Contract for Thane Integral Ring Metro Project
Contract Awarded Key Takeaways
- ✓ AECOM India Pvt. Ltd awarded ₹179.9 Cr contract for Thane Metro consultancy
- ✓ Project commissioned by Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited
- ✓ Four bidders participated; all qualified technically
- ✓ SYSTRA, AYESA, and Hill International's financial bids were rejected
- ✓ Contract covers General Consultant services for Thane Integral Ring Metro Project
- ✓ Award announced on 3 July 2026
AECOM India Pvt. Ltd has been formally awarded the ₹179.9 crore contract to serve as General Consultant for the Thane Integral Ring Metro Project by Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited. The consultancy deal marks a significant step in advancing Thane's urban transit infrastructure.
In a major development for Thane's urban transit ambitions, Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL) has awarded the prestigious General Consultant contract for the Thane Integral Ring Metro Project to AECOM India Pvt. Ltd. The contract, valued at ₹179.9 crore, was finalized following a competitive bidding process involving four qualified firms.
The engagement of a General Consultant marks a crucial milestone for the metro project, which aims to transform public transportation in Thane, Maharashtra. The award was officially announced on 3 July 2026, with AECOM India Pvt. Ltd emerging as the successful bidder after a rigorous evaluation.
The Award
AECOM India Pvt. Ltd has been awarded the contract to serve as the General Consultant for the Thane Integral Ring Metro Project at a value of ₹179.9 crore. The contract was issued by Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited following a multi-stage evaluation, with AECOM India Pvt. Ltd meeting all technical and financial requirements for the award.
Bidders (4)
About the Project
- Project involves the engagement of a General Consultant for the Thane Integral Ring Metro Project.
- Located in Thane, Maharashtra, the metro project is expected to enhance urban mobility.
- The consultancy contract is valued at ₹179.9 crore.
- Procurement was conducted via the EPROCURE platform.
- The tender process included both technical and financial evaluations.
Why It Matters
This award is a key step in advancing Thane's metro infrastructure, promising to improve connectivity and public transit efficiency for the city's growing population.
The awarding of the General Consultant contract to AECOM India Pvt. Ltd sets the stage for the next phase of the Thane Integral Ring Metro Project. With all major consultancy players participating, the project is poised for robust execution and oversight.
