Dhaka Metro Stations to Get New Security Scanners

Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited (DMTCL) plans to install archway metal detectors and luggage scanners at metro rail stations to strengthen security and improve passenger safety, an official familiar with the process said.

“We will also procure archway metal detectors and luggage scanners to screen passengers and luggage and prevent any untoward incident,” the official said.

According to a tender notice, DMTCL General Manager (Store and Procurement) Mohammad Asaduzzaman invited an online tender on October 19 for the procurement of the security equipment.

Interested and eligible firms have been asked to submit electronic tenders through the National e-Government Procurement (e-GP) portal at www.eprocure.gov.bd.

Further details and tender guidelines are available on the portal. Applicants can also contact the e-GP help desk at helpdesk@eprocure.gov.bd.

The tender notice also covers an annual maintenance contract for the low-voltage system, diesel generator set, uninterruptible power supply, ventilation system and other electrical works at the MRT Line-6 depot under the electrical department.

Tender documents will be available for purchase from 2pm to 3pm on November 11, 2026.