Melbourne’s train refranchising covers the long-term operations and maintenance the train network.
The network comprises:
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16 lines
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227 stations
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429 trains
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17 depots
The franchise terms is expected to go up to 15 years, with options for extension. The franchise will support integration with major projects such as the Metro Tunnel, new rolling stock, and network upgrades.
Key Dates
| Nov 2027 | Operations/Service Completion |
| Nov 2027 | Contract Award |
Procurement
| Procuring Agency: | Victorian Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) |
PROJECT HISTORY
| Nov 2017 | The MR4 Melbourne Train Franchise was awarded in November 2017 to Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM) – a consortium of UGL Rail, John Holland and MTR Corporation – for an initial seven-year term, with options to extend up to three years. |
| Sep 2025 | The Victorian Government commenced procurement for the next franchise of Melbourne’s metropolitan train franchise – MR5, through the opening of a Registration of Experience (ROE). |
Sector
Rail
Procurement approach
Traditional Procurement |
Location
Victoria |
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