India's PM E-Drive scheme has initiated a large procurement for 10,900 electric buses, supported by approximately €437 million in subsidies. The tender published by Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL) includes the procurement, operation, and maintenance of the buses, along with necessary civil and electrical infrastructure, following the Gross Cost Contracting model. The program aims for a wider deployment of 14,028 buses in major cities. Allocation details state that Bengaluru will receive 4,500 units, Delhi 2,800, Hyderabad 2,000, Ahmedabad 1,000, and Surat 600. Bidders will be responsible for operations and charging infrastructure, managed by CESL.
India has launched a procurement process for 10,900 electric buses under the PM E-Drive scheme, funded by €437 million in government subsidies.
The tender covers the supply, operation, and maintenance of the electric bus fleet and related infrastructure, utilizing the Gross Cost Contracting model.
Buses will be distributed across five major cities: Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Surat, with detailed specifications for different types of buses.
Bidders must provide complete operations, including charging infrastructure and maintenance, with CESL overseeing the execution of contracts.
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