Pre-Feasibility Study for BRT in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh

10th August 2014 by Leave a Comment

With a population of over 6.38 million in the city of Hyderabad and a significant portion of this population concentrated in the city core, Hyderabad is a fast growing city. Alarming trends in rising modal share of private vehicles and a decline in public transport share, if unchecked could lead to severe congestion & traffic snarls in the city. As a result, this would be an optimum time for the city to consider and develop other mass transit options.

This report weighs mass transit options along 3 central corridors with a potential to expand to 9 other corridors in the future. Recommendation for BRT as a feasible option is made through the analysis of existing traffic, mode shift impacts and demand estimates as well as financial viability of the system. Impacts of the BRT system on traffic reduction and emission control is presented along with future steps to be taken, all of which could transform Hyderabad into a livable, walk-able, congestion free city.

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Two-and-Three-Wheelers in India

10th August 2014 by Leave a Comment

Increased urbanism and migration towards Indian cities have lead to growth of employment and commercial nodes in suburban areas, resulting in urban sprawl that favors private motorized transport systems. As a result, the number of non-motorized trips have reduced drastically in the past few years while paratransit systems have come into existence to serve those who do not own a private transport mode and are inadequately served by public transport systems.

This report looks at some of the policy & tax incentives given by the government to the industry behind 2 & 3 wheelers and subsequent framework at policy & individual levels to control emissions & regulate users. The status of existing transport modeling systems used in traffic data analysis is also reviewed along with a commentary on the drawbacks of existing systems. Analysis of mode shares, trip lengths & safety issues for these transport modes across select cities in India is presented along with a review of existing transport policies & policy recommendations for safe & efficient use of 2 & 3 wheelers in India.

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TOR for Multimodal customer information system

10th August 2014 by Leave a Comment

Providing easy-to-use customer information is a critical component of efforts to increase the use of public transport in any city. A robust information portal which will expand users access to information with a website, call centre and improved signage will deliver customised multimodal trip planning information via SMS, website, and over the phone. These services will also disseminate basic system information including routes, timings, and fares. These systems will rely on an up-to-date central database with information from all transport providers in the city.

This Terms of Reference has been prepared to invite interested parties to design, implement, and operate a comprehensive user information system for a public transport system.

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TOR for Providing Consulting Services for Greenway Design

10th August 2014 by Leave a Comment

Greenways are managed open spaces that offer improved mobility to pedestrians and cyclists, create new recreational space for city residents, and enhance environmental assets. A greenway project can transform a neglected creek or drainage channel into a high quality public space that becomes part of the city’s open space network. Designed with accessibility and safety features in mind, greenways can become a place of enjoyment for residents of all ages and genders. The planning process for greenways combines analysis of the hydrological features of the waterway with an assessment of the mobility needs of local residents and non-motorised transport (NMT) users in the city as a whole. The design of a greenway must be integrated with a city’s transport network, especially city wide pedestrian and cycle networks. In addition, the design should take into account nearby public transport services to improve accessibility to the greenway.

This document outlines the scope of work for the appointed consultants for the design of Greenways.

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TOR for Detailed Project Report for BRT system

8th August 2014 by Leave a Comment

Mass rapid transit, complemented by city bus services, forms the transport backbone of every successful city. More and more cities across the world are implementing bus rapid transit (BRT) systems to quickly and effectively expand their mass rapid transit services. After carrying out a pre-feasibility study, the next key step is to prepare a detailed project report highlighting the proposed BRT system’s detailed service planning and infrastructure design.

This document outlines the scope of work for the appointed consultants for preparing a detailed project report for a BRT system.

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TOR for Empanelment of Urban Designers for Street Design

6th August 2014 by Leave a Comment

Well-designed streets are a critical element of a safe and efficient mobility system. At present, poor design and management of streets in cities are contributing to increased congestion, pollution, road safety risks, and maintenance requirements. Going forward, City corporations may seek to establish a network of streets that offer convenience and safety to all users. They will implement streets with high quality walking and cycling facilities, improved access to public transport, organised parking, and streamlined junctions.

A key aim of the Street Design project is to ensure equitable allocation of road space to walking and cycling—collectively known as “non-motorised transport” (NMT). NMT modes provide basic mobility and affordable transport, and bring significant health and recreation benefits. Improving conditions for NMT reduces the demand for travel by motorised vehicles and associated issues such as pollution and safety. NMT also provides crucial first- and-last mile connectivity to public transport.

This document outlines the scope of work for empaneled Consultants along with details about the empanelment process.

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TOR for Providing Urban Design Consulting Services for designing a Pedestrian Zone

6th August 2014 by Leave a Comment

This document outlines the scope of work for the appointed consultants for the design of Pedestrian Zones.

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RFP to operate city buses

1st July 2014 by Leave a Comment

High quality city bus services are the backbone of urban transport systems. This request for proposals (RFP) for city bus operations is based on a gross cost contracting model, in which the service provider procures, operates, and maintains the buses. The implementing agency provides compensation per kilometre operated. To maintain high quality standards, the implementing agency should monitor the system on a regular basis. Payments are subject to penalties based on any observed shortcomings in the quality of service.

The RFP has been prepared with an intention to invite prospective bidders and to assist them in making their decision of whether or not to submit a proposal. The RFP should be customised per the size of the fleet to be procured, the number of kilometres to be operated, and the types of buses required (e.g., mini-, midi- or regular sized buses).

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RFP to install and operate the Cycle Sharing System

16th April 2014 by Leave a Comment

Cycle Sharing Systems provide a low-cost, environmentally friendly mobility option to city residents of any city. Cycle sharing is a flexible system of personalised public transport, which forms a key element in a city’s strategy to expand the use of sustainable transport modes. Cycles will be available in a closely spaced network of fully automated stations. Users can check out cycles at one station and return them to any other station in the network.

This Request for Proposals (RFP) has been prepared to install and operate the Cycle Sharing System. The RFP has been prepared with an intention to invite prospective bidders and to assist them in making their decision of whether or not to submit a proposal.

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RFP to install, operate, and maintain vehicle parking system

16th April 2014 by Leave a Comment

Effective parking management is an essential tool to facilitate the efficient use of road space and to ensure free passage for pedestrians, cyclists, public transport, and motorists. In addition, appropriate parking fees can ensure that personal motor vehicle users compensate the city for the use of valuable land on which they park their vehicles.

This Request for Proposals (RFP) has been prepared to implement a modern Parking System to improve on-street parking operations, optimise usage of the available parking supply, and enhance the overall functioning of streets in the city. The new Parking System will employ an information technology (IT) backbone to facilitate greater transparency and efficiency in the collection of parking fees and enforcement operations.

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