Organisation: Azerbaijan Railways Closed Joint Stock Company (ADY)
Location: Republic of Azerbaijan
As part of the preparatory process for upcoming procurement, Azerbaijan Railways Closed Joint Stock Company (ADY) is undertaking a Market Engagement to consult and interact with market players in railway electrification, signaling and telecommunications. This notice is issued to inform and invite suppliers, contractors, and service providers to participate in this non-binding engagement process.
Objectives of the Market Engagement
The purpose of this engagement is to:
- Inform the market of an upcoming procurement opportunity;
- Understand the market’s capacity and interests;
- Gather feedback on timelines and technical approaches; and
- Support the development of an effective procurement strategy that promotes value for money and broad participation of high-quality experienced bidders.
Project Description
The proposed project is part of a program to complete the modernization of electrification (25kV AC), signaling and telecommunication (EST) systems along the railway sections Bilajari–Yalama and Baku–Boyuk Kesik. These sections are part of the country’s north–south and east–west rail corridors serving ADY’s international freight operations, contributing to Azerbaijan’s role as a regional transit hub.
The first project under the program refers to the Bilajari–Yalama section (192 km of double track and 15 stations). The project implementation time is estimated at four (4) years. The project is expected to be financed by the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
Procurement Packages (subject to further change)
Procurement for project implementation will comprise the following packages:
- Design-Build contract for the installation of EST systems along the Bilajari–Yalama section;
- Construction Supervision Consultancy services (CSC)[1]; and
- Consultancy Services for Project Management (PMC)[2].
The procurement process is expected to commence in Q1 2026 as advance contracting in compliance with ADB’s Procurement Policy and Regulations.[3]
Who Should Participate?
This engagement activity is open to:
- Experienced contractors in railway electrification, signaling and telecommunication projects;
- Relevant engineering and technology providers; and
- Relevant supervision and project management companies.
Engagement Format
A virtual Market Engagement Conference will be held on 28 November 2025 at 15:00, Baku time.
How to Participate?
Companies that wish to take part in the virtual Market Engagement Conference are kindly asked to fill out and submit the Market Engagement Questionnaire on or before 25 November 2025 to have their participation registered.
The Market Engagement Questionnaire can be accessed here: Questionnaire
For any issues accessing the questionnaire link, please contact estp.piu@ady.az
A link to the virtual conference will be sent to the registered email addresses of the companies submitting the Questionnaire.
Disclaimer: This engagement is for information-gathering purposes only and does not constitute a prequalification or invitation to bid. All discussions during the engagement will be non-binding and intended solely for consultation.
[1] The CSC will supervise day-to-day construction activities and ensure that the works are carried out in full compliance with the contract, approved designs, technical specifications, and quality standards. The CSC’s responsibilities will include quality control, contract compliance monitoring, verification of construction progress, and enforcement of health and safety requirements.
[2] The PMC will oversee the entire project lifecycle to ensure effective project delivery, coordination, procurement support, and performance monitoring. The PMC’s responsibilities will focus on strategic project oversight, planning, coordination among stakeholders, risk and cost management, and comprehensive progress reporting.
[3] Advance contracting refers to the process of initiating the procurement of goods, works, and consulting and nonconsulting services, before the effective date of the related financing agreement between the borrower and ADB. In such cases, the following conditions apply:
(i) the procurement procedures, including advertising and recruitment procedures, follow the ADB Procurement Policy and Procurement Regulations;
(ii) ADB reviews the borrower’s process;
(iii) the borrower undertakes such advance contracting at its own risk; and
(iv) any concurrence by ADB with the procedures, documentation, or proposal for award does not commit ADB to finance the project in question.