Background and Relevance of the Project
The Mexican Secretariat of Infrastructure, Communications and Transportation (SICT) recently awarded the construction contract for the Amado Nervo bridge to a consortium led by Regiomontana de Construction and Services (Recsa), along with Jaguar Ingenieros Constructores and JYR Ingenieros Constructores. This 0.8-kilometer bridge will connect the municipalities of Bahía de Banderas, Nayarit, and Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco. The project is part of the National Road Infrastructure Program 2025-2030 and is crucial for the region’s economic development.
Economic Impact and Construction Timeline
The bridge, which will cross the Ameca River and serve as a natural boundary between the two states, is expected to boost economic growth by facilitating travel and trade. Construction is set to begin on the first of the month, with a maximum construction period of 547 days.
Bidding Process and Delays
The bidding process attracted interest from both domestic and international construction companies, resulting in 22 technical and economic proposals from 42 firms. Proposed amounts ranged from 578.7 to 882.2 million pesos, leading to a postponement of the initial announced decision date from June 26. The final decision was eventually made public on July 1.
Key Players and Competing Proposals
Among the companies that submitted proposals were DIMACSON-3PM Proyectos civiles y Arquitectónicos (with the lowest bid) and Grupo Hercas-GP Rhino (with the highest). Other participants included Impulsora de Desarrollo Integral, Coconal, ICA Constructora, VISE, Calzada Construcciones, Mota Engil México, Proacon México, and Grupo Empresarial Shagiha.
SICT’s Ongoing Projects
The SICT currently has around 21 bridges and road interchanges under construction or planned, totaling approximately 16.1 kilometers.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who is leading the construction of the Amado Nervo bridge? The project is being led by a consortium consisting of Regiomontana de Construction and Services (Recsa), Jaguar Ingenieros Constructores, and JYR Ingenieros Constructores.
- What is the purpose of the Amado Nervo bridge? The bridge aims to connect Bahía de Banderas, Nayarit, and Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, facilitating economic growth by improving travel and trade in the region.
- Why were there delays in announcing the winning bid? The initial decision date was postponed due to a range of proposals from 578.7 to 882.2 million pesos, requiring more time for evaluation.
- Which companies submitted proposals for the bridge construction? Companies that participated in the bidding process included DIMACSON-3PM Proyectos civiles y Arquitectónicos, Grupo Hercas-GP Rhino, Impulsora de Desarrollo Integral, Coconal, ICA Constructora, VISE, Calzada Construcciones, Mota Engil México, Proacon México, and Grupo Empresarial Shagiha.
- What other projects is the SICT currently handling? The SICT has numerous ongoing or planned projects, including around 21 bridges and road interchanges totaling approximately 16.1 kilometers.
