Turkey has introduced a new system for procurement of railway passenger transport services. From 1 May 2018 onward, railway train operators will be chosen via a tender procedure, announced by the Ministry of Transport, Maritime Affairs and Communication. Generally, an open tender procedure will apply, but the service may be obtained via direct supply in certain cases.
Until 1 May 2018, railway passenger transport services will continue to be provided by the Turkish State Railways and Transportation Joint Stock Company.
Under the Regulation on the Public Service Obligation for the Railway Passenger Transportation, which came into force on 20 August, a public service agreement will be executed with the public service provider for procurement of railway passenger transportation services with the characteristics of a public service which may not be provided commercially. The Ministry will regularly inspect compliance with the public service agreement.
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