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Dubai Strategic Sewerage Tunnels Project

CLIENT

Dubai Municipality

LOCATION

Dubai, UAE

DATE

Ongoing

VALUE

US 8 billion

SERVICES PROVIDED

Finacial Advisor

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Tribe is supporting Dubai Municipality in delivering the pioneering Dubai Strategic Sewerage Tunnels (DSST) project.

Tribe Advisory is guiding its client, Dubai Municipality, on the landmark Dubai Strategic Sewerage Tunnels (DSST) project. The project has an estimated CAPEX of 30 billion (US$8 billion) and a total lifecycle cost of AED 80 billion. The DSST will modernise Dubai’s sewerage system by transitioning from a pumped to a gravity-based system, decommissioning pump stations for greater sustainability. 


The project includes 75 kilometres of deep wastewater tunnels, comprising: Bur Dubai Deep Tunnel: 50 kilometres Deira Deep Tunnel: 25 kilometres Supporting infrastructure consists of 140 kilometres of link sewers and two major terminal pump stations. The tunnels will reach depths of up to 90 meters underground, ensuring efficient wastewater management across the city. 

TRIBE ADVISORY'S ROLE

Tribe’s responsibilities as lead and financial advisor span multiple critical areas, from overall project and programme management, stakeholder engagement and management, securing Government approvals and budget allocation from Department of Finance, business case development and ensuring the project’s alignment with strategic goals, financial feasibility, and stakeholder expectations.

  • Strategic Guidance
    Tribe provided end-to-end strategic support, helping Dubai Municipality navigate complex contractual, financial, and operational frameworks while maintaining focus on long-term sustainability and cost efficiency.

  • Project and Programme Management
    Tribe is managing other overall project and programme, comprising four individual project packages. Overall management of the timeline and advisory on deliverables consortium.

  • Feasibility Studies
    Tribe conducted an in-depth feasibility study for the entire project, evaluating technical, financial, and operational aspects. This analysis identified challenges and opportunities, presenting clear insights to stakeholders on the project’s financial benefits, value for money and long-term viability.

  • Stakeholder Engagement
    Tribe Advisory effectively communicated the project’s objectives, opportunities, and risks to key stakeholders, ensuring alignment across all parties involved.

  • RFQ & RFP Development
    Tribe Advisory prepared the RFQ and reviewed submissions to ensure compliance and competitiveness from consortiums comprised of sponsors, EPC contractors and O&M contractors.

  • Pre-Qualification & Contractor Selection
    Tribe Advisory developed comprehensive pre-qualification documents and facilitated the selection process for EPC contractors. These efforts led to the successful prequalification of contractors and developers, ensuring a pool of capable and experienced participants for the project.

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