Recently, the bidding process for the franchise operator of the G95 Capital Region Ring Expressway project from the Tianjin Hebei border to Langfang has officially begun. This major transportation infrastructure project with an estimated total investment of 8.982 billion yuan will be promoted through a Build Operate Transfer (BOT) model, with a franchise period of 29 years. After completion, it will significantly enhance the level of transportation connectivity in the Beijing Tianjin Hebei region.

The project is located in Langfang City, Hebei Province, with a total length of approximately 35.23 kilometers. It starts from Wuzhuang Village in Anci District, west of the Tianjin Hebei border, connects with the Tianjin section of the G95 Tanglang Expressway, passes through Anci District and Yongqing County to the west, and finally reaches the east of Zhiziying West Village in Gu'an Town, Gu'an County, connecting with the Langfang section of the G95 Langzhuo Expressway. As an important project for the coordinated development of transportation integration in the Beijing Tianjin Hebei region, the project will construct a series of supporting projects including super large bridges and interchanges.

According to the Transportation Bureau of Langfang City, Hebei Province, the total newly added land area of the project is about 260.67 hectares, including 248.67 hectares for the main line and 12 hectares for the connecting line. After completion, the project will become an important channel connecting Tianjin and Gu'an County in Hebei Province, effectively alleviating existing traffic pressure and promoting economic and social development in the areas along the route.

In terms of franchise arrangements, the project will be divided into two stages: the early stage and construction period, and the operation period. The preliminary and construction period is a total of 4 years, including 1 year of preparation and 3 years of construction; The operation period is 25 years, and the winning bidder is responsible for project operation and maintenance. The final operation period shall be subject to the approval of the Hebei Provincial Government.

Experts in China's transportation industry pointed out that this project will not only improve the layout of the national highway network, but also explore new investment and financing models for the construction of transportation infrastructure in the Beijing Tianjin Hebei region through market-oriented operation. The investment scale of nearly 9 billion yuan will effectively drive the industrial upgrading and urbanization process in the areas along the route.

At present, the bidding process is progressing in an orderly manner. The Development and Reform Commission of Hebei Province has issued an audit opinion on the project franchise plan. The bidding will adhere to the principles of openness, fairness, and impartiality, and select enterprises with corresponding qualifications and capabilities to participate.

As an important transportation project in the coordinated development strategy of Beijing Tianjin Hebei, the construction of the G95 Capital Region Ring Expressway from the Tianjin Hebei border to Langfang will further strengthen the connection between the Beijing Tianjin Hebei urban agglomeration and provide solid transportation support for high-quality regional development. After the completion of the project, it is expected to significantly improve the transportation conditions in Langfang City and surrounding areas of Hebei Province, and promote the development of regional economic integration. (This article is from the official website www.seetao.com of Jian Dao. Reproduction without permission is prohibited, otherwise it will be prosecuted. Please indicate Jian Dao website+original link when reprinting.) Jian Dao website infrastructure engineering column editor/Yang Beihua