Smart City Tender
RIDCO Seeks Programme Manager for Jodhpur-Pali Industrial City Development
RIDCO issued a Request for Qualification-cum-Request for Proposal to engage a consultant as Programme Manager for New Cities (PMNC) for infrastructure development of the Jodhpur-Pali-Marwar Industrial Area-Special Investment Region under the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor project. The deadline for online submission was 21 May 2025.
| Tender Issued | 28 April 2025 |
|---|---|
| Issuing Authority | Rajasthan Industrial Corridors Development Corporation Limited (RIDCO) |
| Project Area | 3,286.63 hectares total; 641.88 hectares in Phase A |
| Tender Type | Request for Qualification-cum-Request for Proposal (RFQ-cum-RFP) |
| Bid Submission Deadline | 21 May 2025, 5:00 PM IST |
| Tender Fee | INR 25,000 + GST @ 18% |
| Consultant Scope | Monitor overall project execution and coordinate between EPC contractors previously and subsequently appointed |
| Corridor Program | Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor: USD 100 billion megaproject covering 1,483 km |
| Employment Expected | 55,000 direct and 1 lakh indirect jobs |
| Site Location | Between Jodhpur and Pali, Rajasthan; 60 km from Marwar Junction on Dedicated Freight Corridor; 30 km from Jodhpur Railway Station |
The Tender: What RIDCO Is Seeking
A Programme Manager for New Cities (PMNC) has been deemed essential by the Special Purpose Vehicle to monitor overall project execution and coordinate between various stakeholders including EPC contractors. The tender is for infrastructure development of the Jodhpur-Pali-Marwar Industrial Area-Special Investment Region under the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC) project.
The consultant's Year 1 tasks include setting up a Programme Management Office (PMO), establishing a Project Management Information System (PMIS), conducting validation studies for the manufacturing cluster, and developing an ICT Master Plan.
Project Scale and Area Breakdown
The project area spans approximately 3,286.63 hectares, with 641.88 hectares proposed for Phase A implementation. In the first stage, 640 hectares will be developed at a cost of Rs 465 crores.
The Jodhpur-Pali Marwar Industrial Area (JPMIA) spans 1,578 acres and has already obtained environmental clearance from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
Development Model and Timeline
The township is being developed on an Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) model. The industrial cities are built 'ahead of demand' with plug-and-play infrastructure and ICT-enabled utilities to facilitate manufacturing investments; projects are developed in partnership with State Governments; the Government of India provides funds as equity and/or debt for trunk infrastructure while States provide land.
Interested applicants were required to submit their online responses to the RFQ-cum-RFP on or before 21 May 2025.
Context: Part of Larger Industrial Corridor Initiative
In August 2024, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved 12 new project proposals under the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme with an estimated investment of Rs 28,602 crore. The Jodhpur-Pali Industrial Smart City project costs Rs 922 crore.
The project is expected to generate 55,000 direct employment opportunities and 1 lakh indirect employment opportunities.
State and National Implementation Structure
RIICO (Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation) is the state-level implementation agency, partnering with NICDC at the national level. An agreement has already been finalized between RIICO and NICDC.
These industrial nodes are likely to serve as catalysts in achieving USD 2 trillion in exports by 2030; the new industrial cities will be developed as 'Greenfield Smart Cities' of global standards, built on a 'plug-and-play' and 'walk-to-work' principle.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Programme Manager for New Cities (PMNC)?
The PMNC is responsible for monitoring the overall execution of the project, ensuring alignment and coordination between various stakeholders including EPC contractors who have been previously appointed as well as who will be appointed in due course.
Why is RIDCO issuing this tender now?
A Programme Manager for New Cities has been deemed essential by the Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), as the project moves from planning to active infrastructure execution phase.
How much of JPMIA will be developed in Phase A?
Phase A covers 641.88 hectares out of the total planned 3,286.63 hectares.
What is the expected employment impact?
The project is expected to generate 55,000 direct employment opportunities and 1 lakh (100,000) indirect employment opportunities.
Is JPMIA part of a larger national program?
Jodhpur-Pali was included in 12 new project proposals approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs in August 2024 under the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme totalling an investment of Rs 28,602 crore.
What procurement process is being used?
RIDCO is inviting online bids for design, construction, testing, commissioning and operation & maintenance of infrastructure works on an Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) basis including operations & maintenance for 5 years.
What is the status of environmental approvals?
Environmental clearance has already been obtained from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
Sources
- RIDCO RFQ-cum-RFP Document for PMNC JPMIA-SIR
- NICDC – Jodhpur Pali Marwar Industrial Area, Rajasthan
- Cabinet Approves 12 Industrial Smart City Projects – NICDC
- Jodhpur-Pali Inclusion in NICDP – Union Minister Statement
- JPMIA EPC Tender Notice – July 2025
- Comprehensive Overview: Jodhpur-Pali-Marwar Industrial Area