Key milestones of the North-South high-speed railway project.
Representatives from the Thang Long Project Management Board stated that they have just reported to the Ministry of Construction on the progress of the North-South high-speed railway project, noting that a crucial consulting contract package was canceled because the submitted proposal did not meet the requirements.
VietNamNet•08/10/2026
Cancel the tender for consulting services to prepare the feasibility study report.
According to information from the Thang Long Project Management Board, for package TV-02 on consulting services for survey and feasibility study report preparation, the unit issued the request for proposals on August 21, 2026 and opened bids on September 25.
However, after evaluation, the contractor's proposal did not meet the requirements. Therefore, on October 2nd, the Thang Long Project Management Board decided to cancel the tender to proceed with the next steps. The Board aims to complete the contractor selection for package TV-02 in the fourth quarter of 2026.
Meanwhile, the TV-03 package for consulting and supervising surveys during the investment preparation phase opened for bidding on September 21st and is currently being evaluated by a team of experts.
The North-South high-speed railway project includes 23 passenger stations, 5 freight stations, and a total length of 1,541km. (Illustrative photo: Vu Diep)
Package TV-05, which involves consulting on the preparation of an environmental impact assessment report, also opened for bidding on September 16th and is currently undergoing the evaluation process.
Representatives from the Thang Long Project Management Board stated that these are important bidding packages for carrying out surveys, preparing feasibility studies, and getting ready for the next steps of the project.
Key milestones
Regarding land clearance and resettlement, the Thang Long Project Management Board stated that the progress depends on the consulting contract for surveying and preparing the feasibility study report.
According to the plan, the Vietnam Electricity Group (EVN) expects to begin implementing the design documents for land clearance, handing over the documents, and determining the markers on the ground to serve land clearance work for localities from the fourth quarter of 2027.
After selecting a consulting firm to prepare the feasibility study report, the project will be implemented according to specific timelines.
After selecting a consulting firm, the project will be implemented according to specific milestones. After 3 months, the consultant will propose design standards and requirements. By the 12th month, a mid-term report will be submitted, which will determine the route alignment, control points, and technological options.
By the 27th month, the feasibility study report is expected to be submitted for review and approval. Approximately three months later (the 30th month), this report is expected to be approved.
The North-South high-speed railway project received investment approval from the National Assembly on November 30, 2024.
The project spans 1,541km, from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, passing through 15 provinces and cities. The structure is designed for a speed of 350km/h, a load capacity of 22.5 tons per axle, serving passenger transport and meeting dual-use requirements, capable of transporting goods when needed.
The project involves the construction of a brand-new double-track railway with a 1,435mm gauge and a design speed of 350km/h, comprising 23 passenger stations and 5 freight stations. The preliminary total investment is estimated at VND 1,713,548 billion, equivalent to approximately USD 67.34 billion; the expected implementation period is from 2025 to 2035.
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