Verification scope and caveats
Makkah Metro initial design studies consultancy
CountrySaudi Arabia
SectorTransport
Current stageMonitoring: design competition reported
Procurer / clientRoyal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites
Value and basisConsultancy value undisclosed. Historical whole-network estimates are not the value of this commission.
Deadline note14 October 2026 was reported by MEED on 11 September. The current official competition notice and deadline remain unverified.
International eligibilityConfirm consultant qualification, invitation eligibility and the submission route in RCMC's actual procurement documents.
Evidence checked2026-10-08 — dated design-competition report checked; tender-level primary notice and current deadline not located
Tender referenceInitial design studies for the planned Makkah Metro; official competition number not verified
Source noticeRead the source notice or report
Project summary
The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites is reported to be procuring initial design studies for the planned Makkah Metro. The consultancy covers review of earlier studies, concept design, land-acquisition studies and integration planning for later network phases.
What to watch
Watch for an official invitation or deadline amendment, the design appointment and the procurement structure for subsequent works.
Evidence and access caveats
This lead concerns design studies rather than a construction contract. A current official notice was not found, so the reported date is not presented as a verified live deadline. Do not assume an Etimad submission route or a particular closing time.