The Transport & Communications Ministry (MOTC) has extended the bid deadline to 3 June for the feasibility study on the automatic people mover (APM) for Doha’s West Bay area.

The initial bids deadline was 27 May.

MEED understands the APM package covers design and construction of track work, stops, a depot facility, technical rooms and a substation, in addition to the APM system.

West Bay is Doha’s new business district and is home to some of the country’s most modern high-rises.

It also suffers from major road congestion, especially during office rush hours.

An APM is expected to ease the problem by allowing people to park their cars in multi-storey car parking facilities and walk to and from their office buildings.