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Minutes of Meeting and Addendum No.
CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR

FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR UP-GRADATION OF RAIL LINKS AMONG QUETTAROHRI-KOTLAJAM-KOHI TAFTAN
Minutes of Meeting of Pre-Proposal Conference
A Pre-Proposal Conference was held in the office of the Chief Engineer/ Survey &
Construction of Railway Headquarter, Lahore on 21-06-2016 for the subject feasibility study.
Following were present:
A. Pakistan Railways (PR):
i)
Chief Engineer /S&C
ii)
Deputy Chief Engineer / S&C
iii)
AEN/S&C
B. Representatives of Firms:
i)
M/s Pakistan Consulting Associates ( Mr. Abdul Sohail, Mr. Haider Ali, Mr. Osama
Bashir, Mr. Salman Mukhtar, Mr. Nadeem A.T.).
ii) JV, M/s Enigneering Associates, M/s JERS & M/s Artelia, (Mr. Ather Siraj and Mr.
Faizan Ahmed).
iii) JV, M/s ITALFERR, M/s SKAFS & M/s MMP.
iv) M/s BOTEK Consulting
v) M/s Typsa Asia
C. Minutes
The observations raised by the representatives of the firms and comments / replies are as
under:SN
1.
Query
Quetta-Rohri
Will
data
for
already conducted
feasibility study be
provided
to
Consultants?
2.
Is it acceptable to
use an equivalent
model of DGPS in
survey?
3.
It is suggested to
use UTM Grid
(Plane
cooridinates) and
elevation in SOP
Datum.
N.A
It is acceptable to
use model of DGPS
with equivalent
specifications as
model, mentioned
in TOR clause no.
2.5.4, covers.
The Grid and
Datum used for
Horizontal or
Vertical control as
mentioned in TOR
Clause no. 3.3 will
be used.
Comments / Reply
Quetta-Taftan
Quetta-Kotlajam
The data of already conducted feasibility

studies will be provided to Successful
Consultant.
It is acceptable to
use model of DGPS
with equivalent
specifications as
model, mentioned
in TOR clause no.
1.8.4, covers.
The Grid and
Datum used for
Horizontal or
Vertical control as
mentioned in TOR
Clause no. 1.8 will
be used.
Feasibility Study for Up-Gradation of Rail Links among Quetta-Rohri-Kotlajam-Kohi Taftan
It is acceptable to
use model of DGPS
with equivalent
specifications as
model, mentioned
in TOR clause no.
5.3.5.4, covers.
The Grid and
Datum used for
Horizontal or
Vertical control as
mentioned in TOR
Clause no. 5.3.5
will be used.
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Minutes of Meeting and Addendum No. 1
4.
5.
Is it acceptable to
use an alternate
methodology
to
avoid field work
due to poor law and
order situation, for
realignment
of
Sibi-Spezand
section
As per provided
TOR scope of work
would
be
calculated
by
Consultant
but
there is a need to
make clear figures
by Client that at
which
structure
what
sort
of
investigations and
number of testing
specimens
are
essentially
required.
No,
Scope
of
services mentioned
in TOR clause no. 3
is mandatory to
carry
out
realignment of SibiSpezand section.
The scope of
services, for which
various
investigations and
specimen testing
are to be carried
out, is clearly
mentioned in TOR
Clause no. 2 and 3
N.A
The scope of
services, for which
various
investigations and
specimen testing
are to be carried
out, is clearly
mentioned in TOR
Clause no. 1.3 to
and 1.16
The scope of
services, for which
various
investigations and
specimen testing
are to be carried
out, is clearly
mentioned in TOR
Clause no. 5.3 to
and 5.5
6.
How many Bridges

to be selected for N.A.
detailed testing?
7.
There is nothing
mentioned
about The number and size of adits are mentioned in Fom Fin-3 of
number of adits for respective RFP,s.
bid comparison?
8.
Total
drilling
lengths must also
be fixed and one
figure
clearly
defined for bid
comparison.
9.
Drilling rig as
mentioned in TOR
is
Long
Year
Model 38 wire line
equipped
which
seems impractical
because maximum
depth of planned
bore hole as per
Consultants are
supposed to bid,
based on respective
Scope of Services
as mentioned in
TOR clause no 2.6
and 3.8
Number of each bridge to be selected for

detailed testing is mentioned in attached
Addendum.
Consultants are
supposed to bid,
based on respective
Scope of Services
as mentioned in
TOR clause no 1.9
Consultants are
supposed to bid,
based on respective
Scope of Services
as mentioned in
TOR clause no
5.3.6 and 5.4.5
As per TOR, Consultants are not limited to 20 Meter depth of

drilling. A locally available drilling rig with equivalent
specifications as Long year Model 38 wire line covers may be
used.
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TOR is 20 meters
and such depths
can be achieved
with good quality
control by other
available
rotary
machines
in
Pakistan so there is
need to take other
types of machines
which are available
locally.
10.
Type of drilling
rods and bit sizes
would also be
flexible as per the
need of the job Types of drilling rods and bits as mentioned in TOR will be
which Consultants remain same.
will define as per
the site particular
condition
11.
Registered
Softwares
cost
regarding
rock
mass analysis for Consultant may include cost of any registered software used for
tunnel
sections the subject work in its bid.
would also be the
part of cost by all
Consultant
12.
The time line for

preparation
of
feasibility studies is
8 months which is The time line as already specified is sufficient.
considered
unrealistic
13.
Please clarify if the

Consultant have to
include in its offer
the execution of the
geotechnical
and
structural
Consultant may include expenses of execution of geotechnical
investigation
on and structural investigation in its bid
site
and
in
laboratory also , or
the
Consultant
should include only
the
investigation
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planning
supervision
check.
and
14.
If the execution of
investigation
as
stated above is out
of
scope
of
Consultant,
then
what
is
the Execution of Investigation is in the scope of Consultant.
procedure
of
choosing
and
awarding
of
Contractors
15.
Considering
that
the SoW concerns
the
Feasibility
Study level, why a
longitudinal profile The Horizontal and Vertical scale for longitudinal profile will be
scale 1:1000/1:100 remain same as mentioned in TOR
is requested which
generally is typical
scale of detailed
deign level.
16.
Is it acceptable any
type of overlapping
of expert teams
provided
against No, If a Consultant submits bids for both works, he must
two RFP, in case nominate different team of experts for both works.
both work are
awarded to same
Consultants
17.
Bullet
2.13.1.a
makes reference to
recent experience
of similar projects.
Is there any time All information in this regard is clearly mentioned in respective
limit to consider clauses of RFP
previous
experiences to be
valid?
18.
In instruction to
Consultants Data
Sheets bullet 2.11.1
No, comments
the term of 7 days
before
clarifications could
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be too short.
19.
Does
Pakistan
Railways want to
study both the
routes completely
and independently
from each two
options, including
Topographical
Survey, Geo tech
Survey and other
relevant studies?
No, Pakistan Railways does not intend to

study existing track from Sibi-Spezand
except catch and slip sidings for which
scope of services is defined in TOR clause
no. 3. Pakistan Railways only intends to
study alternate route for Sibi-Spezand
section for which scope of services is
mentioned in TOR clause no. 3
N.A
20.
It would have been

preferable if study
of alternate (New)
route be floated as
independent study.
This
study
be
limited
to
the
existing track from
Rohri to Quetta.
-do-
N.A
21.
We assume that the

target speed of 160
Kmph
is
for
passenger
trains,
what shall be the
proposed speed of
Freight train. Speed
of 160 Kmph may
not be feasible in
many parts of the
route.
22.
Can the consultant

recommend lower
target speeds in
view of difficult
terrain
and
expensive
operation due to
much
smaller
trailing load in case
of higher speed of
160 Kmph?
-do-
N.A
23.
What is suggested
trailing load for
speed of 160 Kmph
It is to be suggested by Consultant.
N.A
It is very clear that attaining speed of 160 Kmph throughout the

section is impossible. Consultant is to suggest possible sectional
speeds for both passenger and freight trains keeping in view the
maximum speed of 160 Kmph and constraints imposed by scope
of services mentioned in TOR clause no. 2 and 3.
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both in case of
passenger
and
freight trains?
24.
25.
26.
27.
Will
Railway
security
consultant
the field?
Pakistan
provide No, Security is not a responsibility of Client. However in this
to the regard Successful Consultant will be assisted to the extent of
staff in introduction to the security agencies.
Investigation
quantum
for
geotechnical study
is not specified in
the TORs. Please
clarify.
Is this means 1200
meter drilling for
116 Km. Actually
it should be +/-500
meter.
Please
clarify.
Investigational
quantum is to be
deduced from scope
of services that are
clearly mentioned
in TOR Clause no.
2 and 3
The figure 1200
meter is the total
drilling length of
bore holes with
average 20 meter
drilling depth for
one bore hole.
However
Consultant is not
limited to these
figures.
Investigational
quantum is to be
deduced from scope
of services that are
clearly mentioned
in TOR Clause no.
1.3 to and 1.16
N.A
N.A
N.A
It is requested that
extension in date of
submission may be
made for 3 weeks
due to less working Time for submission of bids as already specified is sufficient
hours in Ramadan
and coming Eid
holidays.
General Question :
28.
Is there any restriction that more than one

(or two) studies will not be awarded to No, there is no such restriction, provided
one firm. Can a firm bid for both the that condition mentioned in item 16 above
is fulfilled.
studies with the same team?
29.
We understand that feasibility study for

Quetta-Taftan
sections
was
got
conducted by P.R. in the past. The
company who conducted that feasibility
study must not allowed to bid for the
Every Consultant is supposed to bid as per

Scope of Services given in respective TOR
which is very different from previous
scope of work. Whereas already conducted
feasibility study will be provided to
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same.
successful Consultant.
30.
We understand that feasibility study for

Quetta-Kotlajam sections was got
conducted by P.R. in the past through
PRACS. The company who conducted
that feasibility study must not allowed to
bid for the same.
31.
Offshore drilling in river and streams

across the alignment is difficult and it
requires additional equipment i.e. Offshore Soil investigation along the
Pontoon, Crane, Heavy Generators etc alignment for the purpose of determining
and is time consuming job. The drilling feasibility of bridges is unavoidable. .
at the edge of water course is not
practical in limited time of studies.
32.
For Adits, shifting of machinery /

transportation of explosives, permission
for storage of explosive and security
arrangements take much time especially
in remote areas. For about 24 existing
tunnels adits may be increased it acute
curves are reduced. 24 Adits of
2mx3mx10m dimension may take up to
24 months. However in Rohri-Taftan
price for 6 adits have been asked for,
while in Quetta-Kotlajam price for only 4
adits have been asked for.
-do-
The number of Adits will be remain same

as mentioned in RFP, however time
constraint for adits can be resolved by
increased man power.
It is suggested that instead of Adits,

drilling may be carried out at selected
places. Adits may be taken up at Detail
design stage.
33.
It is expected that in Baluchistan

alluvium will be consisting of gravels,
sand and silt in which taking of Block
samples is not possible, while bulk
samples can be taken as alternative.
34.
Surface geological mapping and rock

mass survey / scanline discontinuity
survey, these jobs also are time The time constraints for an activity can be
consuming along such a long corridor. overcome by increased man power and
The given time frame (3 months) for T&P.
geological / geotechnical investigation is
not practical.
35.
Landsat imageries shall be required as

Consultant is supposed to purchase the
mentioned in RFP for geological
imageries
mapping and topo survey of 100m
If any deviation from TOR during course

of study is unavoidable, the final decision
will be taken after mutual consultation of
Client and Consultant.
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corridor along the route of track. Who

will provide the imageries?
36.
One position of Environmental / Social

Expert provided in TOR for preparation
of EIA and resettlement reports is not
adequate for such a huge task
Environment and Resettlement are two
separate fields and thus two separate
experts are required to accomplish the
task.
The said position is for Environmental

Sociologist. The description of Post i.e.
Environmental / Social Expert is for the
purpose that Environmental or Social
Expert (whichever is available) can be
nominated if Environmental Sociologist is
not available. EIA and resettlement is the
subject of Environmental Sociology.
37.
As per general practice of cross drainage

the railway bridges are designed for 100year flood and culverts are designed for
25 years flood? The estimation of rare
floods of 1000 years and 10000 year
frequencies is only required for design of
dams. Is it true?
The figures mentioned in the question are

thumb rules, but in actual the case the
choice of return period depends on various
factors, including the size of the drainage
area, the risk of failure, the importance of
the structure, and the desired degree of
conservatism.
38.
Instead of rational formula the US-SCS Flood runoff magnitude must be calculated
Curve number method may be used to from as per TOR.
work out the flood runoff magnitudes
from large drainage areas. Please clarify.
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No. 844-W/420(S&C) Tender
Dated: 30-06-2016
ADDENDUM NO.1 TO RFP

FEASIBILITY STUDY OF UP-GRADATION OF EXISTING RAILWAY LINE FROM
ROHRI TO KOHI-TAFTAN VIA QUETTA INCLUDING THE REALIGNMENT OF
SIBI- SPEZAND SECTION (1022 KMS)
As a result of pre-bid Conference held on June 21, 2016, this addendum is being issued to provide
clarifications, additions, amendments and / or corrections to the above mentioned RFP. This addendum
shall be deemed to form part of the RFP.
Clause no. 2.29 is added to RFP:
1. Clause 2.29 states

Provision of Transport to Client:
The Consultant will provide one number brand new Toyota Corollas GLI with
minimum 1300 cc engine and automatic transmission or equivalent with registration
within two months after signing of contract agreement.
Terms of Reference:
2. In addition of entire Scope of Services mentioned in the TOR following Special

Instructions must be incorporated in the final Reports. In case of any contradiction in
Special instructions and Scope of Services, Special Instructions will govern.
SPECIAL INSTURCTIONS
2.1. General Instruction:
2.1.1. Approval of Inception Report shall not be deemed to supersede or take
preference over any requirements mentioned in the TORs which translates into
reduction in scope of work by the consultant unless agreed specifically by the
client. However, in case the inception report and the eventual feasibility report
provides some details more than required as per TORs then it is welcome.
2.1.2. Since the older feasibility study conducted in 2010 will be made available to the
consultant for this study on demand, it is highly important for the consultant to
avoid plagiarism and a simple reproduction of any of the contents of the older
report which are for reference only. The consultant should do each and every part
of this feasibility study afresh.
2.1.3. For detailed understating and in case of any conflict or ambiguity the guiding
document will be AREMA manual (latest) for all of the different parts and
sections of the study. For areas where AREMA manual is found limited in it
elaboration or detail, other well established international codes such as AASHTO,
UIC, European Codes or other regional Codes/Manuals can also be followed with
approval of the client.
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2.1.4. All information, data, procedures, standards etc. provided by the consultant in
the various fields and areas of the feasibility study shall be properly referenced
leaving no ambiguity whatsoever.
2.1.5. In case the consultants comprise of a consortium, Joint Venture or Local &
International Offices, the work packages assigned to different groups of experts
should be clearly mentioned matching their areas of expertise. Complete hierarchy
of the actual team with names and signatures should be provided. The client
reserves the right to communicate with the experts directly and call them for
personal meeting/presentation before or at completion of the feasibility report.
2.1.6. The feasibility study may be got peer reviewed from other international
consultants and the participating firms shall arrange for all technical assistance in
that regard.
2.2. Deliverables:
2.2.1. Complete list of names and signatures of the members of team showing their
area of specialization and contribution on specific parts of the inception report and
more importantly the feasibility report should be mentioned in the beginning of
the report. It needs to be ensured that personnel with only relevant qualification
and proven experience are engaged by the consultant for the feasibility study
regarding all of the specialized fields of engineering such as traffic forecast
analysis, hydrological studies, geotechnical investigations, railway track design
and sub-grade design, bridge testing & bridge design, signaling etc. and economic
& financial analyses.
2.2.2. Softcopies (5 sets minimum) of all models developed in different engineering,
economics and finance related soft-wares used for analysis in all the study areas of
the feasibility report should be provided on CDs for detailed scrutiny in addition
to hard copies.
2.3. Security:
2.3.1. Since the project location is highly vulnerable to terrorist activities therefore
special attention should given to safeguarding all installations including track,
stations buildings, sheds etc. It is also crucial to study the costs involved and
benefits of monitoring certain sections of track through cameras which are
vulnerable to terrorist activities.
2.4. Maintenance:
2.4.1. Feasibility study should also include aspects related to operations and
subsequent maintenance requirements of the upgraded/new line. Costs and
schedule of maintenance requirements also needs to be studied regarding
materials, machinery, labour etc.
2.5. Economic/Financial Analysis:
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2.5.1. The said project is tied very closely to international trade from neighbouring
countries apart from being a crucial national link between provinces. The National
Transport Policy should be studied and linked with the said project. In case the
said policy has not been finalized then other Government agencies & departments
such as National Transport Research Center, Islamabad etc. must be consulted for
information regarding short term/long term goals, vision for next 30 years etc.
2.5.2. The trade development authorities in the country should also be consulted for
traffic forecast analysis.
2.5.3. Proposed fares should also be included in the study. This is crucial in terms of
understanding the economic viability of the project. Forecast of earnings based on
sound business analysis is also required to know whether the project needs
government subsidy after completion for maintenance & operations or not. In case
it does then what percentage of operational costs can be funded with railway
earnings.
2.5.4. Competition from other modes of transportation should also be included in the
study.
2.5.5. It is also important to highlight the opposition to the project which may come
from any quarter. Interests of all stake holders may be surveyed
2.6. Re-alignment
2.6.1. In-case of new link or realignment of existing lines particular attention is
required from the consultant to envisage connecting areas of high density and
activity in terms of land usage. The rail link itself can lead to high density land
usage and human activity which needs to be in terms of economics and overall
impact on society.
2.6.2. The consultant is required to spell out his criteria for re-alignment (if proposed)
through urban and rural areas separately.
2.7. Traffic Forecast:
2.7.1. Connecting roadway transportation systems should be taken into account in
terms of passenger movements to and from the railway stations and future
projections of up to 30 years to be estimated.
2.7.2. The consultant should identify locations where new railway stations may have
to be provided depending upon passenger & freight demand.
2.7.3. The traffic sources should be identified and shown on maps in order to
rationalize alignment and provision of supporting facilities. The economic and
social activity centers should be studied and linked with the rail link.
2.7.4. The other modes of transportation creating competition for the rail link must be
studied in order to ascertain the ridership and preferred choice of passengers.
2.7.5. Mechanical and Transportation Branches of PR shall be consulted for
determining traffic forecast and estimation of departmental needs.
2.7.6. Methodology for determining traffic forecast should be in line with
International best practices. Methodology shall be clearly referenced and linked to
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international standards and the consultant shall get approval for the same prior to
start of work.
2.8. Environmental Impact Analysis:
2.8.1. Standards to be followed for environmental impact analysis to be followed must
be provided by the consultant and compared with the environmental impact of the
project.
2.8.2. The environmental study should include effects of both construction and
eventual operations.
2.9. Type of Rolling Stock:
2.9.1. The type of rolling stock should be chosen based on sound analysis and
understanding of the different aspects of engine and vehicle design. In addition the
track and operations should also be kept in view.
2.10.
Technology:
2.10.1. In terms of choice of technology in all areas of the feasibility study, renewable
and alternative sources of energy for reduced carbon footprint should also be
studied.
2.11.
Bridge & Tunnel Testing:
2.11.1. Bridge testing shall be carried out in the light of relevant codes/manuals such as
P.R. Bridge Rules, AREMA Manual, UIC, European Codes and other
regional/international codes & manuals.
2.11.2. The results of physical material testing and physical measurement of actual
stresses induced against the maximum loading on the bridge shall be compared
with the results of manual calculations and models prepared in Bridge Design
Soft-wares such as STAAD Pro, SAP etc for the same loading.
2.11.3. Both above ground and below ground strength and integrity of the piers &
abutments of the selected bridges shall also be physically tested and measured
including material testing and foundation stability.
2.11.4. For concrete bridges compressive strength of concrete, tensile strength of
reinforcement, corrosion measurement, cracking etc shall be physically tested and
measured as stipulated in the above mentioned codes and then checked against
anticipated loads.
2.11.5. Load rating of the bridges may also be carried out for selected bridges.
2.11.6. The steel bridges shall be checked and physically tested for micro-cracking,
material strengths, stresses using strain gauges under live load, deflections etc.
2.11.7. The firms similar experience and the similar experience of its personnel
engaged on bridge testing and their structural design is required to be provided by
the firm to ensure the technical capacity of the firm.
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2.11.8. Methodology for comprehensive physical on-site testing and comparison with
theoretical analysis shall be provided by the consultant in the inception report to
be carried out in the final detailed feasibility report.
2.12.
Project Risk Analysis:
2.12.1. Project risk analysis should also be carried out identifying different kinds of
risks and response and mitigation thereof.
2.12.2. Establishing a new link will invariably impact a lot of public and private
institutions at federal, provincial and local levels which should be kept in view.
2.13.
Railway Operations during construction:
2.13.1. Railway operating plan during construction should be also be elaborated in the
feasibility report.
2.14.
Determination of Axle Load & Components of Track:
2.14.1. A detailed economic analysis for adopting a certain axle load is required by the
consultant keeping in view investments involved, maintenance requirements and
economic returns etc. It is also crucial to consult Mechanical and Transportation
Branches for both freight and passenger train composition and the maximum loads
per train to be hauled to cater for future demand based on their forecast.
2.14.2. A studied decision for adoption of a certain axle load for this project is of
critical importance especially keeping in view the fact that the lines will cater for
transportation of international freight. It may turn out that adoption of a heavier
axle load may actually be a cost effective way to transport rather than a smaller
axle load.
2.14.3. Choice of selection of a particular rail section, sleeper spacing, sleeper design,
ballast cushion, fittings and fastenings should also be studied in the feasibility
report based on requirements for load to be carried and speed to be adopted.
2.14.4. The axle loading shall be proposed by the consultant after detailed economic &
financial analysis. In-case the axle loads proposed by the Consultant are higher
than MLBG (22.5 tons) of PR Bridge Rules, then increase the same MLBG
loading proportionately to match with the proposed loading for the purpose of
analysis.
2.15.
Ruling Gradient & Embankment:
2.15.1. The consultant should determine and decide the most cost effective ruling
gradient based on all relevant parameters.
2.15.2. Increasing the level of embankment should be carried out after detailed analysis
since it does not only involve construction cost but also operational costs. Most
economical solution should be provided in this regard.
2.16.
Sub-surface exploration:
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2.16.1. The criteria for selecting locations, depths and number of bore holes & test pits
for soil investigation should be based on some codal requirements/provisions such
as AREMA, AASHTO etc.
Clause no. 2.2, First Part of TOR:
3. The table under heading of clause no. 2.2 is deleted and replaced with the following.
Rohri-Sibi
Sr.No
To be
Type of Bridges
Total
Selected for
Investigation
i.
Girder Bridges
24
ii.
Brick Arch Bridges
15
iii.
RCC Slab Bridges
30
iv.
Hume Pipe/RCC Pipe etc,
v.
Others
Total
72
10
Clause no. 1.5, Second Part of TOR:

4. The table under heading of clause no. 1.5 is deleted and replaced with the following.
Quetta-Taftan
Sr.No
To be
Type of Bridges
Total
Selected for
Investigation
i.
Girder Bridges
71
ii.
Brick Arch Bridges
76
iii.
RCC Slab Bridges
20
iv.
Hume Pipe/RCC Pipe etc,
222
22
v.
Others
23
Total
412
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Annexure-A of TOR:
5. Serial no. 2 of table in Annexure-A is modified as mentioned below:S.No.
Parameter
Single or Double Track
Requirements as per TOR

The
entire
infrastructure
including right of way shall be
proposed for double railway
track. However construction
of single line or double line
will be recommended by the
consultant based on traffic
volume.
6. Serial no. 15 is added in Annexure-A as mentioned below:S.No.
15
Parameter
Type of Traction

Consultant will suggest type
of traction i.e diesel or
electric. For electric traction
location of power stations
must also be included in the
respective report.
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No. 844-W/420(S&C) Tender
Dated: 30-06-2016
ADDENDUM NO.1 TO RFP

FEASIBILITY STUDY OF RAIL LINK FROM QUETTA TO KOTLA JAM (APPROX.
538 KM), (UPDATION OF EXISTING FEASIBILITY STUDY)
As a result of pre-bid Conference held on June 21, 2016, this addendum is being issued to provide
clarifications, additions, amendments and / or corrections to the above mentioned RFP. This addendum
shall be deemed to form part of the RFP.
Clause no. 2.29 is added to RFP:
1. Clause 2.29 states

Provision of Transport to Client:
The Consultant will provide one number brand new Toyota Corollas GLI with
minimum 1300 cc engine and automatic transmission or equivalent with registration
within two months after signing of contract agreement.
Terms of Reference:
2. In addition of entire Scope of Services mentioned in the TOR following Special

Instructions must be incorporated in the final Reports. In case of any contradiction in
Special instructions and Scope of Services, Special Instructions will govern.
SPECIAL INSTURCTIONS
2.1. General Instruction:
2.1.1. Approval of Inception Report shall not be deemed to supersede or take
preference over any requirements mentioned in the TORs which translates into
reduction in scope of work by the consultant unless agreed specifically by the
client. However, in case the inception report and the eventual feasibility report
provides some details more than required as per TORs then it is welcome.
2.1.2. Since the older feasibility study conducted in 2010 will be made available to the
consultant for this study on demand, it is highly important for the consultant to
avoid plagiarism and a simple reproduction of any of the contents of the older
report which are for reference only. The consultant should do each and every part
of this feasibility study afresh.
2.1.3. For detailed understating and in case of any conflict or ambiguity the guiding
document will be AREMA manual (latest) for all of the different parts and
sections of the study. For areas where AREMA manual is found limited in it
elaboration or detail, other well established international codes such as AASHTO,
UIC, European Codes or other regional Codes/Manuals can also be followed with
approval of the client.
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2.1.4. All information, data, procedures, standards etc. provided by the consultant in
the various fields and areas of the feasibility study shall be properly referenced
leaving no ambiguity whatsoever.
2.1.5. In case the consultants comprise of a consortium, Joint Venture or Local &
International Offices, the work packages assigned to different groups of experts
should be clearly mentioned matching their areas of expertise. Complete hierarchy
of the actual team with names and signatures should be provided. The client
reserves the right to communicate with the experts directly and call them for
personal meeting/presentation before or at completion of the feasibility report.
2.1.6. The feasibility study may be got peer reviewed from other international
consultants and the participating firms shall arrange for all technical assistance in
that regard.
2.2. Deliverables:
2.2.1. Complete list of names and signatures of the members of team showing their
area of specialization and contribution on specific parts of the inception report and
more importantly the feasibility report should be mentioned in the beginning of
the report. It needs to be ensured that personnel with only relevant qualification
and proven experience are engaged by the consultant for the feasibility study
regarding all of the specialized fields of engineering such as traffic forecast
analysis, hydrological studies, geotechnical investigations, railway track design
and sub-grade design, bridge testing & bridge design, signaling etc. and economic
& financial analyses.
2.2.2. Softcopies (5 sets minimum) of all models developed in different engineering,
economics and finance related soft-wares used for analysis in all the study areas of
the feasibility report should be provided on CDs for detailed scrutiny in addition
to hard copies.
2.3. Security:
2.3.1. Since the project location is highly vulnerable to terrorist activities therefore
special attention should given to safeguarding all installations including track,
stations buildings, sheds etc. It is also crucial to study the costs involved and
benefits of monitoring certain sections of track through cameras which are
vulnerable to terrorist activities.
2.4. Maintenance:
2.4.1. Feasibility study should also include aspects related to operations and
subsequent maintenance requirements of the upgraded/new line. Costs and
schedule of maintenance requirements also needs to be studied regarding
materials, machinery, labour etc.
2.5. Economic/Financial Analysis:
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2.5.1. The said project is tied very closely to international trade from neighbouring
countries apart from being a crucial national link between provinces. The National
Transport Policy should be studied and linked with the said project. In case the
said policy has not been finalized then other Government agencies & departments
such as National Transport Research Center, Islamabad etc. must be consulted for
information regarding short term/long term goals, vision for next 30 years etc.
2.5.2. The trade development authorities in the country should also be consulted for
traffic forecast analysis.
2.5.3. Proposed fares should also be included in the study. This is crucial in terms of
understanding the economic viability of the project. Forecast of earnings based on
sound business analysis is also required to know whether the project needs
government subsidy after completion for maintenance & operations or not. In case
it does then what percentage of operational costs can be funded with railway
earnings.
2.5.4. Competition from other modes of transportation should also be included in the
study.
2.5.5. It is also important to highlight the opposition to the project which may come
from any quarter. Interests of all stake holders may be surveyed
2.6. Re-alignment
2.6.1. In-case of new link or realignment of existing lines particular attention is
required from the consultant to envisage connecting areas of high density and
activity in terms of land usage. The rail link itself can lead to high density land
usage and human activity which needs to be in terms of economics and overall
impact on society.
2.6.2. The consultant is required to spell out his criteria for re-alignment (if proposed)
through urban and rural areas separately.
2.7. Traffic Forecast:
2.7.1. Connecting roadway transportation systems should be taken into account in
terms of passenger movements to and from the railway stations and future
projections of up to 30 years to be estimated.
2.7.2. The consultant should identify locations where new railway stations may have
to be provided depending upon passenger & freight demand.
2.7.3. The traffic sources should be identified and shown on maps in order to
rationalize alignment and provision of supporting facilities. The economic and
social activity centers should be studied and linked with the rail link.
2.7.4. The other modes of transportation creating competition for the rail link must be
studied in order to ascertain the ridership and preferred choice of passengers.
2.7.5. Mechanical and Transportation Branches of PR shall be consulted for
determining traffic forecast and estimation of departmental needs.
2.7.6. Methodology for determining traffic forecast should be in line with
International best practices. Methodology shall be clearly referenced and linked to
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international standards and the consultant shall get approval for the same prior to
start of work.
2.8. Environmental Impact Analysis:
2.8.1. Standards to be followed for environmental impact analysis to be followed must
be provided by the consultant and compared with the environmental impact of the
project.
2.8.2. The environmental study should include effects of both construction and
eventual operations.
2.9. Type of Rolling Stock:
2.9.1. The type of rolling stock should be chosen based on sound analysis and
understanding of the different aspects of engine and vehicle design. In addition the
track and operations should also be kept in view.
2.10.
Technology:
2.10.1. In terms of choice of technology in all areas of the feasibility study, renewable
and alternative sources of energy for reduced carbon footprint should also be
studied.
2.11.
Bridge & Tunnel Testing:
2.11.1. Bridge testing shall be carried out in the light of relevant codes/manuals such as
P.R. Bridge Rules, AREMA Manual, UIC, European Codes and other
regional/international codes & manuals.
2.11.2. The results of physical material testing and physical measurement of actual
stresses induced against the maximum loading on the bridge shall be compared
with the results of manual calculations and models prepared in Bridge Design
Soft-wares such as STAAD Pro, SAP etc for the same loading.
2.11.3. Both above ground and below ground strength and integrity of the piers &
abutments of the selected bridges shall also be physically tested and measured
including material testing and foundation stability.
2.11.4. For concrete bridges compressive strength of concrete, tensile strength of
reinforcement, corrosion measurement, cracking etc shall be physically tested and
measured as stipulated in the above mentioned codes and then checked against
anticipated loads.
2.11.5. Load rating of the bridges may also be carried out for selected bridges.
2.11.6. The steel bridges shall be checked and physically tested for micro-cracking,
material strengths, stresses using strain gauges under live load, deflections etc.
2.11.7. The firms similar experience and the similar experience of its personnel
engaged on bridge testing and their structural design is required to be provided by
the firm to ensure the technical capacity of the firm.
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2.11.8. Methodology for comprehensive physical on-site testing and comparison with
theoretical analysis shall be provided by the consultant in the inception report to
be carried out in the final detailed feasibility report.
2.12.
Project Risk Analysis:
2.12.1. Project risk analysis should also be carried out identifying different kinds of
risks and response and mitigation thereof.
2.12.2. Establishing a new link will invariably impact a lot of public and private
institutions at federal, provincial and local levels which should be kept in view.
2.13.
Railway Operations during construction:
2.13.1. Railway operating plan during construction should be also be elaborated in the
feasibility report.
2.14.
Determination of Axle Load & Components of Track:
2.14.1. A detailed economic analysis for adopting a certain axle load is required by the
consultant keeping in view investments involved, maintenance requirements and
economic returns etc. It is also crucial to consult Mechanical and Transportation
Branches for both freight and passenger train composition and the maximum loads
per train to be hauled to cater for future demand based on their forecast.
2.14.2. A studied decision for adoption of a certain axle load for this project is of
critical importance especially keeping in view the fact that the lines will cater for
transportation of international freight. It may turn out that adoption of a heavier
axle load may actually be a cost effective way to transport rather than a smaller
axle load.
2.14.3. Choice of selection of a particular rail section, sleeper spacing, sleeper design,
ballast cushion, fittings and fastenings should also be studied in the feasibility
report based on requirements for load to be carried and speed to be adopted.
2.14.4. The axle loading shall be proposed by the consultant after detailed economic &
financial analysis. In-case the axle loads proposed by the Consultant are higher
than MLBG (22.5 tons) of PR Bridge Rules, then increase the same MLBG
loading proportionately to match with the proposed loading for the purpose of
analysis.
2.15.
Ruling Gradient & Embankment:
2.15.1. The consultant should determine and decide the most cost effective ruling
gradient based on all relevant parameters.
2.15.2. Increasing the level of embankment should be carried out after detailed analysis
since it does not only involve construction cost but also operational costs. Most
economical solution should be provided in this regard.
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2.16.
Sub-surface exploration:
2.16.1. The criteria for selecting locations, depths and number of bore holes & test pits
for soil investigation should be based on some codal requirements/provisions such
as AREMA, AASHTO etc.
Clause no. 5.3.3 of TOR:

3. The clause no. 5.3.3 is deleted and replaced with the following:There is one main girder bridge this sections as detailed of the TOR and same
bridge is to be investigated by Consultant
The Consultant will verify during the reconnaissance survey of the alignment,
the above figure in respect of type, span and location of bridge.
The Client will provide available data in respect of bridge under paragraph
5.3.3..
Annexure-B of TOR:
4. Serial no. 2 of table in Annexure-B is modified as mentioned below:S.No.
Parameter
Single or Double Track

The
entire
infrastructure
including right of way shall be
proposed for double railway
track. However construction
of single line or double line
will be recommended by the
consultant based on traffic
volume.
5. Serial no. 15 is added in Annexure-B as mentioned below:S.No.
15
Parameter
Type of Traction

Consultant will suggest type
of traction i.e diesel or
electric. For electric traction
location of power stations
must also be included in the
respective report.
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