cartagena to Upgrade Public Transportation with 55 New Buses – Bids Received
Cartagena, Colombia – September 13, 2025 – The city of Cartagena is moving forward with a significant upgrade to its public transportation system, Transcaribe, with the reception of bids for the acquisition of 55 new buses. The initiative, announced by Mayor Dumek Turbay, aims to alleviate congestion, reduce wait times, and improve the overall passenger experience.
The Mayor’s Office, through Transcaribe SA, received proposals from two companies following a public call process. The bids will be carefully evaluated to determine which best meets the city’s needs.
“If we wont a better city, all processes must walk as it is indeed and aligned in terms of progress and dynamism with which we are revolutionizing Cartagena,” stated Mayor Turbay. “We want Transcaribe to cease being an ordeal and become a worthy system for its users.”
The Bids:
* Navitrans SAS (Medellín, Antioquia): Submitted a bid of $63,600,000,000 (Colombian Pesos). Navitrans is a well-established Colombian company with over 35 years of experience in the sale of trucks and buses, and is a leading player in the Colombian market. Notably,the company has been recognized as the top seller of these vehicles in the region within China,representing brands like Foton,International,Hyundai,and Zhongtong. Navitrans is also a proponent of enduring mobility, offering electric, gas, and diesel buses with advanced technology and robust after-sales support.
* UT Temporary Union We Mobilize Cartagena (Cartagena): Submitted a bid of $67,500,000,000 (Colombian Pesos).
The deadline for submissions was September 12, 2025. The proposals are now under review, with a decision expected in the coming weeks.
Related: The Mayor’s Office also announced plans to renew a park in a local neighborhood and deliver desks to schools, demonstrating a broader commitment to improving quality of life for Cartagena residents. Mayor’s Office will renew Park in barrio de Cartagena and deliver desks to schools
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