Lot 101: Connection shaft FFS station - Lugano Tram-Train Network (RTTL) - Priority Stage
About This Opportunity
This is a works contract in the construction and civil works and humanitarian aid sectors, with a focus on Buildings, Rehabilitation, Demolition and Protection. Located in Switzerland, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before September 3, 2026.
Published through SIMAP Switzerland, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for civil works in the construction and civil works sector. Works contracts of this nature generally require demonstrated experience in similar infrastructure projects, adequate equipment and technical personnel, and financial capacity including bank guarantees. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.
Description
Auto-translated from ItalianWithin the framework of the Lugano Tram-Train Network – Priority Stage project, RTTL SA awards the Contractor for Lot 101, in particular, the following services: installation, operation, maintenance, and dismantling of all infrastructures and facilities necessary for the execution of the works; preparation of work areas necessary for the connection between the underground station and the SBB station, including all preparatory works for the protection of railway facilities adjacent to the construction site (protection walls, monitoring activities, etc.); construction of the connection shaft between the future RTTL underground station and the SBB station (excavation, securing, and lining of the shaft head), including the access heads of the underground cavern (approx. 5 m on each side). The approximate dimensions of the structure are 14 m wide, 70 m long, and 50 m high. Its construction is divided into the following macro-phases: o execution of a Berlin wall of piles for securing excavations in soft ground; o installation of a protection wall for the railway infrastructure; o excavation in soft ground up to the interface with the rock substrate; o step-by-step excavation in rock using explosives (SPV) and, if necessary locally, with mechanical assistance; o securing of excavations by constructing anchored walls and installing bracing struts; o construction of the reinforced concrete shaft cover; completion of works and site restoration. Option The so-called "Underground station excavation option" includes the execution of the following services: adaptation of all infrastructures and facilities necessary for the execution of the works, including their operation, maintenance, and dismantling; excavation and securing of the cavern in the underground station sector, for a total length of approximately 120 m; excavation and securing of the transition section, for a total length of 76 m; completion of works and restoration of the underground site. This option is also subject to this contract. Any potential order for this execution option requires a written mandate from RTTL SA. This option, which will be settled in the form of a contract amendment, will be awarded at the latest three months before the start of the specific works.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from SIMAP Switzerland and was originally published on June 3, 2026. Last refreshed 5 days ago. Original language: Italian. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Rete Tram-Treno del Luganese SA (RTTL SA)
Rete Tram-Treno del Luganese SA (RTTL SA) has issued 6 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 4 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Architecture & Engineering Services, Construction & Civil Works, and Transport & Logistics. All notices are published for Switzerland. Notices are distributed via SIMAP Switzerland and TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: June 19, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
What type of contract is this?
This is a Works contract in the Construction & Civil Works sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Switzerland. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit SIMAP Switzerland to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.
When does this tender close?
The submission deadline is September 3, 2026. You have 71 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Rete Tram-Treno del Luganese SA (RTTL SA) in Switzerland. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
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