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Barnama
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Barnama
SIP: Operator Selection Made Through Open Tender Involving 26 Companies
SHAH ALAM, July 15 (Bernama) -- Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari has once again emphasised that the appointment of Rantaian Mesra Sdn Bhd as the operator to handle the implementation of the Smart Intelligent Parking System (SIP) was made through an open tender. He said the appointment of the company by the Selangor Menteri Besar (Incorporated) or MBI was made after the Request for Proposal (RFP) was issued and a proper evaluation was conducted involving 26 interested companies. 'Upon receiving the applications, the MBI then conducted a proper verification or screening process and submitted the list of eligible candidates to the state government. 'MBI prioritises the state's interests at the forefront and does not hand over control in its entirety to any party,' he said after the 2025 Selangor Platform Strategic Partner Synergy and Appreciation Ceremony (PLATS) here today. The menteri besar was addressing concerns raised on the legality of privatising public car parks, whether privatisation is allowed (under the Road Transport Act 1987) as public car parks are under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Transport and local councils (PBT) are delegated to manage, enforce and collect parking fees, under Section 72 of the Road Transport Act 1987. Previously, the media reported that the SIP is to streamline the parking fee collection system across all local authorities to be more systematic and efficient in line with the Smart Selangor initiative. The first phase, which begins on Aug 1, involves four local authorities, namely Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ), Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ), Shah Alam City Council (MBSA) and Selayang Municipal Council (MPS). Among the main objectives of the implementation of the system is to raise parking fee compliance, which is currently only around a weak 30 per cent, as well as reduce issues such as double parking and lack of enforcement. The collection proceeds will be divided by 40 per cent to the PBT, 10 per cent to MBI and 50 per cent to the concessionaire company, which handles parking fee collection and enforcement.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Selangor MB clarifies SIP operator selection via open tender involving 26 firms
SHAH ALAM: Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari has reiterated that the selection of Rantaian Mesra Sdn Bhd as the operator for the Smart Intelligent Parking System (SIP) followed an open tender process. The appointment was made after a thorough evaluation involving 26 companies that responded to the Request for Proposal (RFP). Amirudin explained that Selangor Menteri Besar (Incorporated) or MBI conducted a verification process before shortlisting eligible candidates for state government approval. 'MBI prioritises the state's interests and does not grant full control to any party,' he said after the 2025 Selangor Platform Strategic Partner Synergy and Appreciation Ceremony (PLATS). The statement comes amid public concerns over the legality of privatising public car parks, which fall under the Ministry of Transport's jurisdiction. Local councils are delegated to manage parking enforcement and fee collection under Section 72 of the Road Transport Act 1987. The SIP aims to streamline parking fee collections across local authorities, starting with Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ), Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ), Shah Alam City Council (MBSA), and Selayang Municipal Council (MPS) from August 1. The system targets low compliance rates, currently at 30%, while addressing issues like double parking and weak enforcement. Revenue distribution will allocate 40% to local councils, 10% to MBI, and 50% to the concessionaire handling collections and enforcement. Amirudin noted that the percentage could be renegotiated, considering the company's high operational costs, including CCTV installation. 'The tender process was transparent, with 26 firms evaluated before final selection,' he added. – Bernama
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Flower valley near police HQ to be city's new eco-tourism spot
1 2 3 Lucknow: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) will develop a flower valley on 5 acres of green belt land near the police headquarters on Shaheed Path that will serve as an eco-tourism destination and leisure space. The project costing at Rs 10 crore will feature a water body, observation tower, stepped landscaping, moon gate, floating island bridge and seasonal flowering trees and plants. It will also include elements like a root bridge and pavilion to enhance its appeal. LDA vice chairperson Prathamesh Kumar visited the site on Thursday and directed officials to begin project implementation. A team of architects, horticulture experts and landscape designers prepared the initial concept and tendering is underway now. Alongside the green project, the LDA is preparing for a major housing initiative. Kumar also inspected 51 acres of land in Malesemau village, located behind the police headquarters. Surface dressing, cleaning and road development are currently in progress. LDA plans to develop group housing on the site through the public-private partnership (PPP) model at an estimated cost of Rs 2,500 crore. The plan includes around 4,000 residential units in three clusters, with a mix of 1 to 4 BHK flats, penthouses and apartments for EWS and LIG categories. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo Given the location's proximity to the Gomti River, all apartments are expected to have a river-facing view. A Request for Proposal (RFP) will be floated later this month. Meanwhile, the LDA will digitise 1.7 lakh files related to Nazul land, trust properties, maps, and other documents stored in its old office in Lalbagh. During his inspection of the premises, Kumar instructed officials to dispose of redundant documents post-digitisation and auction off junk furniture. Additional staff will be assigned to speed up record organisation. Chief engineer Navneet Sharma, executive engineers Ajit Kumar and Manoj Sagar, and deputy secretary Madhvesh Kumar were present during the inspections.
The Star
09-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Star
New parking concessionaire for Selangor from Aug 1
Ng (left) says only 30% of motorists pay for parking in Selangor. Next to him is MBI Selangor general manager Mohd Ramali Abu Bakar. — KK SHAM/The Star Company to collect from four local councils, taking 50% of revenue THE company that will take over parking fee collection from four local councils in Selangor from Aug 1 was shortlisted through the Request for Proposal (RFP) process in January this year. Selangor local government and tourism committee chairman Datuk Ng Suee Lim rubbished media reports that the appointment of the concessionaire was through direct tender. 'The state government, through Menteri Besar Incorporated's (MBI) subsidiary Rantaian Mesra Sdn Bhd, issued a RFP at the beginning of this year where 26 companies had applied. 'Three companies were then shortlisted before a decision on the awardee was made. 'So, claims that it was done through direct tender are baseless,' he said, during a press conference on the sidelines of the Selangor State Assembly sitting at Bangunan Dewan Negeri Selangor, Shah Alam. Ng said the state government was moving towards the Selangor Intelligent Parking (SIP) initiative to ensure that the management and maintenance of on-street parking in Selangor was modernised and equipped with Internet of Things (IoT) technology. 'By having a company solely focused on on-street parking collection and enforcement, councils will be relieved of those duties and can focus on other responsibilities,' he said. StarMetro learnt that the company signed the agreement with MBI in March after the RFP period. Ng said the on-street parking fee collection by the company would affect Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ), Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ), Selayang Municipal Council (MPS) and Shah Alam City Council (MBSA). 'Currently, only 30% of motorists pay their parking fees statewide. 'For MBPJ, that amounts to RM13mil in annual revenue after deducting RM5mil in operating expenses. 'The low compliance is mainly due to the lack of manpower for enforcement. 'With the company dedicated to managing on-street parking, fee collection is projected to reach more than 60%. 'Based on the agreement, a total of 40% of the parking fee collection will go back to the council, 10% to MBI while 50% will go to the company,' he added. Ng said the concessionaire would also absorb a few enforcement officers by training them and placing them under its payroll. 'The agreement is for 10 years, plus an additional five years if the company meets the target for SIP, including installing closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras and a command centre in the long run. 'There will also be no changes to the parking rate, which ranges between 40sen and 60sen per hour depending on the council.'
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Road Ministry Introduces Rating System for Consultancy Firms: Improving DPR Quality, ET Infra
Advt By , ETInfra The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) is set to implement a new rating system for consultancy firms responsible for preparing detailed project reports (DPRs) for road move comes as the Union Road Transport and Highways Minister, Nitin Gadkari , recently voiced strong disappointment over the subpar quality of ministry has issued an office memorandum inviting public comments on the proposed concept note for this new rating system. A DPR serves as a comprehensive blueprint for any road construction project, detailing all necessary technical, financial, and logistical aspects for its successful a separate office memorandum, MoRTH also sought public feedback on proposed amendments to the Request for Proposal (RFP) for appointing consultancy services specifically for the preparation of DPRs for national highways and centrally sponsored road dual approach by the ministry underscores a concerted effort to enhance accountability and improve the overall standard of project planning in India's critical road infrastructure sector.
