It was recently revealed that the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure is inviting energy consultancy firms to study and design the Fourth Federal Highway Corridor, which is E-911. For those who aren’t aware, this is a proposed 68 km road, which would link the Dubai-Sharjah border to Ras Al Khaimah. Although this is a proposed project, here’s what we know so far about the new highway that may take shape
Tender Invited For Proposed E-911 Study & Design
Tender Announcement | Fourth Federal Corridor
The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure announces Tender No. 2026-022 for engineering consultancy services covering the study and design of the Fourth Federal Corridor Project, with optional supervision.
Eligible Category A firms are invited to review the tender details and submit their bids by **23 October 2026**.
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Recently, the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure announced Tender No. 2026-022. This is for engineering consultancy services, which would cover the study and design of the Fourth Federal Corridor Project. The submission date for the tender is October 23rd, 2026. Only Eligible Category A firms are invited to view the tender details. Basically, the consultancy firm will be eligible to apply for the contract that would cover the engineering studies, designs and supervision.
What Is This Proposed Fourth Federal Corridor Project?
This project includes a 68 km connecting road, which would link the new corridor to the Emirates Road (E-611), which is in Umm Al Quwain. As revealed in a report by Gulf News, the highway would feature 12 to 16 lanes in both directions combined. The number of lanes, however, would vary along different sections of the route. Representing a step towards developing the project, consultants will have to undertake technical studies and engineering designs before construction.
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A Separate 80-kilometre Fourth Corridor project Announced In September
For those who don’t know, the tender comes a month after the announcement of a separate 80-kilometre Fourth Corridor project, back in September by Dubai. It aimed to strengthen the road network and improve connectivity between Sharjah, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi. The first phase is expected to cost AED3.5 billion, and it would extend from Al Shanouf Road in Sharjah to the Dubai-Al Ain Road. The second phase would then continue from Dubai-Al Ain Road to Al Faya Road in Abu Dhabi. The federal E-911 Project would offer a new road connection. Food. It will connect the Dubai-Sharjah border and Ras Al Khaimah, which is bound to improve the transportation link.
So, once this project is completed, transport would become a lot easier for travellers.
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FAQs
What is the federal E-911 Highway project in the UAE?
This is a proposed new highway which would connect the Dubai-Sharjah border with Ras Al Khaimah.
How long is the proposed E-911 Fourth Federal Highway corridor?
The proposed Fourth Federal Highway corridor is a 68 km road.
