The Mumbai Port Authority (MPA), under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, has invited domestic and international bids to develop the Viksit Bharat Mumbai Marina, a full-service marina and integrated waterfront project at Victoria Dock. The project, anticipated to cost ₹922.67 crore, will be constructed under the Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer (DBFOT) model, with a concession agreement period of 45 years. Scroll down to know more.
Mumbai Invites Global Bids For ₹923-Crore Marina
According to reports by Deccan Herald, the marina will cover a protected water area of 37.3 hectares and accommodate up to 604 yachts once fully developed. The first phase will provide 424 berths, with further capacity to be added in subsequent phases. MPA Chairperson Dr M Angamuthu told the portal that Mumbai’s identity was inseparable from the sea. He said the marina would open up part of the city’s working harbour for organised marine tourism, sailing and waterfront services, while keeping port operations and safety at the centre of the project.
The Mumbai Port Authority has already begun marine works for the project. These include a piled breakwater with an approach trestle of approximately 150 metres, six piled service platforms, floating pontoons and gangways for around 424 berths, along with capital dredging.
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The authorities have also secured environmental and Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) clearances for the entire project area. The selected concessionaire will be responsible for developing the landside facilities, expanding berthing capacity beyond the first phase, and operating and maintaining the marina during the 45-year concession period. At the end of the term, the assets will be transferred to the Mumbai Port Authority. The proposed facilities include a marina terminal building, an international-standard sailing school, a yacht club, a yacht repair yard at Haji Bunder, a dry stack facility, a fuel station and a five-star hotel. The development is expected to expand Mumbai’s marine tourism infrastructure and create a dedicated destination for sailing and yacht-related services.
Mumbai Marina Bidding Deadline Is December 15, 2026
The MPA has issued a single-stage, two-envelope electronic tender for the project. Bidders can participate individually or as part of a consortium comprising up to four members. The bid will be evaluated on the percentage of gross revenue that bidders propose to share with the Mumbai Port Authority. The bidder offering the highest share will be selected as the preferred bidder.
Key dates for the tender are as follows:
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October 28, 2026: Last date for pre-bid queries
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October 30, 2026: First pre-bid meeting
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November 25, 2026: Second pre-bid meeting
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December 15, 2026: Bid submission deadline
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The Request for Proposal (RFP), draft concession agreement and feasibility report are available on the e-procurement portal. The marina is part of the Mumbai Port Authority’s broader plans to strengthen cruise tourism, harbour services and waterfront development. Other initiatives include the Mumbai International Cruise Terminal, the water taxi network and the development of heritage waterfront precincts. Together, these projects aim to make better use of port-linked areas for tourism and other city-related activities.
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