Ballast procurement 1st class railway ballast
About This Opportunity
TranslatedThis tender concerns the procurement of approximately 14,800 tonnes of first-class railway ballast. The material is intended for use in the Wolfenschiessen – Engelberg TU EBG II project, with delivery scheduled for the third and fourth quarters of 2026. The specific requirements for the ballast, including grading, quality standards, and any testing protocols, will be detailed in the full tender documentation. Bidders are expected to demonstrate their capacity to supply the specified quantity of high-quality railway ballast within the given timeframe. This procurement is crucial for the successful completion of the EBG II infrastructure project, which involves significant railway line upgrades or construction between Wolfenschiessen and Engelberg. Interested parties should review the complete tender package for detailed specifications, submission deadlines, and evaluation criteria. The contract will be awarded based on a combination of technical compliance, quality assurance, and competitive pricing. This is an opportunity for suppliers of construction materials to engage with a significant infrastructure development in Switzerland.
This is a supplies contract in the construction and civil works and general supplies sectors, with a focus on Roads. Located in Switzerland, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.
Published through TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU), a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the construction and civil works sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.
Description
Auto-translated from GermanThis tender, originating from Switzerland and published via the TED platform, seeks the procurement of high-quality railway ballast for the year 2026. Specifically, the contracting authority is seeking 14,800 tonnes of "1. Klasse Bahnschotter" (Class 1 Railway Ballast). The delivery is scheduled for the third and fourth quarters of 2026, with the project location identified as Wolfenschiessen – Engelberg, within the scope of the TU EBG II project.
This is a public tender for essential construction materials within the railway infrastructure sector. Suppliers are expected to demonstrate their capability to provide large quantities of ballast that meet stringent Swiss railway standards for quality, particle size distribution, durability, and cleanliness. Typical requirements for such procurements include adherence to specific technical specifications for ballast aggregates, proof of quality control processes, and the ability to ensure timely and reliable delivery to the specified site. Bidders will likely need to provide documentation regarding their sourcing, production, and quality assurance procedures. The tender is open to eligible suppliers capable of meeting these demanding specifications within the European economic area and Switzerland. Interested parties should consult the full tender documentation for detailed technical requirements, submission deadlines, and evaluation criteria.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) and was originally published on December 11, 2025. Last refreshed today. Original language: German. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About zB Zentralbahn AG, Bereich Infrastruktur
zB Zentralbahn AG, Bereich Infrastruktur has issued 8 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 0 currently open and 8 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Construction & Civil Works and General Supplies & Services. All notices are published for Switzerland. Notices are distributed via TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: May 13, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
How much was the contract awarded for?
DE_Holcim (Schweiz) AG was awarded the contract for €615,954. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.
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 TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to DE_Holcim (Schweiz) AG. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by zB Zentralbahn AG, Bereich Infrastruktur in Switzerland. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Supplies contract in the Construction & Civil Works sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
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