Tender launched for construction of Depot-cum-Workshop of Lucknow Metro East–West Corridor

Lucknow, India (Metro Rail Today): Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Limited (UPMRCL) has invited bids for the construction of a Depot-cum-Workshop for the East–West Corridor of the Lucknow Metro Rail Project, with an estimated contract value of ₹150.21 crore.

The proposed depot will be located at Vasant Kunj on Hardoi Road and will serve as a critical operational and maintenance hub for the upcoming East–West Metro Corridor. The tender marks a significant step forward in the implementation of Lucknow Metro Phase 1B.

The East–West Corridor of Lucknow Metro will span 11.098 km, running from Lucknow Railway Station to Vasant Kunj, and will include 12 metro stations. In May 2025, the Public Investment Board (PIB) approved the project under Phase 1B at an estimated cost of ₹5,801 crore.

The corridor is expected to significantly enhance east–west connectivity across the city, complementing the already operational North–South Corridor.

Key Tender Details

• Tender Notice No.: LKCC(02)-01

• Tender Issue Date: 4 February 2026

• Tender Closing Date: 5 March 2026

• Pre-bid Meeting: 13 February 2026

• EMD: ₹3 crore

• Contract Value: ₹150.21 crore

• Contract Duration: 18 months

Scope of Work

The contract covers end-to-end construction of the Depot-cum-Workshop, including:

• Civil, structural, and architectural works

• Plumbing, water supply, sewage, and drainage systems

• Pre-Engineered Buildings (PEB)

• Electrical and Mechanical (E&M) works

• HVAC and firefighting systems

• External development works and internal road works

The facility will support train stabling, inspection, overhauling, and day-to-day maintenance for the East–West Corridor.

Existing Lucknow Metro Operations

Currently, the North–South Corridor of Lucknow Metro is operational, stretching 22.878 km from CCS Airport to Munshi Pulia. Since its commissioning, the corridor has played a key role in improving urban mobility, reducing congestion, and promoting sustainable transport in the city.

With the issuance of the ₹150.21 crore depot tender, UPMRCL has taken another decisive step toward advancing the East–West Corridor of Lucknow Metro. Once completed, the corridor is expected to significantly strengthen the city’s metro network, supporting growing urban mobility needs and reinforcing Lucknow’s position among India’s fast-expanding metro cities.