This tender presents a substantial opportunity for prospective contractors to bid for the M5 Civil Works South (CWS) package, an important component of the Copenhagen metro system's expansion. This project is of significant strategic importance, as the M5 line is a fully automated driverless metro system that will not only enhance passenger service on existing metro corridors but also extend connectivity to emerging urban development areas, including Kløverparken, Refshaleøen, and Lynetteholm in the East Harbour. The M5 is designed to operate as an independent system, ensuring that its construction and subsequent operation do not disrupt the existing M1-M4 metro lines.
MAIN COMPONENTS OF THE M5 CIVIL WORK
The M5 south consists of approx 6.5 km twin bored tunnels, 5 underground stations(incl. 3 transfer stations),2 underground crossovers,5 cross passages,1 ramp, approx 2.0 km viaduct,1 elevated station,
1 viaduct cross-over,1 elevated bifurcation, short embankment sections. For further details on scope ref. is made to M5-2.1-CMBS-SW and M5-2.2-CWS-SW
PHASES:
The current tender, Phase 1, encompasses the southern section of the line, from north-west of København H to north of v/Prags Boulevard, with an anticipated operational commencement in 2036. The broader vision includes phase 2 north of v/Prags Boulevard to Lynetteholm opening in 2045 and a potential future extension to form a ring line, signifying a long-term commitment to urban mobility.
Phase 2 is not included in this tender.
CONTRACT SPLIT OF M5:
The M5 project as a whole consists of several contracts:
• M5 Civil Works South (this contract)
• M5 Transportation System South contract (tendered out as a separate contract in parallel with M5 Civil Works South)
• Operation and Maintenance South contract (will be tendered out at a later stage)
• Enabling Works contracts, e.g. relocation of utilities, relocation works at Kh etc. (enabling works will be tendered out in separate contracts)
• Station and Shaft areas (will be tendered out at a later stage)
• Canopy contracts (will be tendered out at a later stage).
CONTRACT
The contract is structured as a design & build contract under ABT18 terms, placing comprehensive responsibility for both design and execution upon the Contractor. This two-phase approach—design followed by execution—is a standard framework for complex infrastructure projects.
An extensive market dialogue has been carried out before issuing the tender. The purpose of the market dialogue was to learn from the market what would constitute an attractive contract. Metroselskabet I/S is grateful for all the potential tenderers who took their time to participate in the dialogue and those provided input.
INDICATIVE TIMESCHEDULE FOR THE PROCUREMENT
Issue of invitation to tender September 29 2026
Launch meeting (individual meetings) October 27 – 29 2026
Deadline for submission of initial tender (submission 1): December 15. 2026 at 14:00 (local Danish time)
Negotiation meetings January 4. – April 24 2027
Issue of addendum to tender documents May 4 2027
Deadline for submission of revised tender 1 July 26-28 2027
Negotiation meetings August 23-25 2027
Deadline for submission of revised tender 2 October 4-6 2027
Negotiation meetings October 19-21 2027
Deadline for submission of revised tender 3 November 9-11 2027
Notification of award decision December 20 2027
Expiry of standstill period December 30 2027
Signing of Contract Agreement February 2028
The time-schedule may be subject to change. Changes to the timeschedule will be made available in Byggeprojekt.dk.Hovedtrekkene i prosedyrenMetroselskabet IS/ has chosen to use the negotiated procedure for this Contract. The conduct and approach of the negotiations are described below.
The negotiation phase is divided into three (3) negotiation rounds.
LAUNCH OF NEGOTIATION
The negotiation phase will be initiated by an individual launch meeting with each Tenderer. The launch meeting is not a negotiation meeting and serves a solely informational purpose. The purpose of the launch meeting is to (i)confirm receipt of and access to the tender documents,
(ii) present the Metroselskabet´s intended organisation of the negotiation phase,
The framework for the meetings will allow for a number of breaks throughout the day to provide opportunity for the parties to meet internally and discuss in confidence and breaking the day into a series of sessions.
(iii) provide an overview of the key elements of the ITT
(iv) Present key issues for the Tenderer to pay attention to during the negotiations, and
(v) address any initial queries regarding the negotiation phase.
NEGOTIATION ROUND 1 - COMMERCIAL AND TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTW
Negotiation round 1 will be conducted on the basis of the initial tender submitted by each Tenderer in accordance with ITT section 7.1.
The purpose of Negotiation round 1 is to develop the Tenderer's understanding of the Project, including its risks and technical requirements. The submissions in Negotiation round 1 are intended to facilitate discussion and clarification of the contract requirements and shall not form the basis for award of the Contract.
Negotiation meetings during Negotiation round 1 will be based on written submissions from the Tenderers. The requirements for the content of the initial tender being submitted in Negotiation round 1 are described in ITT section 7.1.
The Tenderer is encouraged to raise all concerns regarding the commercial and technical aspects of the tender documents during Negotiation round 1, as the Metroselskabet I/S intends to issue amendments to the tender documents after Negotiation round 1 before requesting the first revised tender.
NEGOTIATION ROUND 2 - FEEDBACK
Negotiation round 2 will be conducted on the basis of the first revised (revised tender 1) tender submitted by each Tenderer in accordance with ITT section 7.2.
The purpose of Negotiation round 2 is to provide the Tenderer with feedback on the first revised tender. Negotiation round 2 is intended to provide sufficient clarity on the requirements in the tender documents to enable the Tenderer to submit a compliant second revised tender. The first revised tender will not form the basis for award of the Contract.
Negotiation meetings in Negotiation round 2 will be based on written submissions from the Tenderers. The requirements for the content of a complete revised tender are described in ITT section 7.2.
The Metroselskabet I/S may issue amendments to the tender documents after Negotiation round 2 in accordance with ITT section 9.2 . However, the Metroselskabet I/S expects the majority of amendments to have been issued prior to Negotiation round 2 and as a result of the negotiations conducted during Negotiation round 1.
NEGOTIATION ROUND 3 - CLOSING THE NEGOTIATIONS
Negotiation round 3 will be conducted on the basis of the second revised tender (revised tender 2) tender submitted by each Tenderer in accordance with ITT section 7.2.
The purpose of Negotiation round 3 is to conclude the negotiation phase and to enable each Tenderer to submit a fully compliant second revised tender to form the basis for award of the Contract.
Negotiation meetings in Negotiation round 3 will be based on written submissions from the Tenderers. The requirements for the content of a complete revised tender are described in ITT section 7.2.
Metroselskabet I/S intends to award the Contract on the basis of the second revised tender submitted following Negotiation round 3. However, Metroselskabet I/S reserves the right to conduct further negotiation rounds if deemed necessary.