Etihad Rail discloses its procurement plans to the public through advertising for expressions of interest and pre-qualification requests for goods and services, which are to be obtained through public competitive procurement methods. Tender documents will be synchronously made available to all short-listed bidders. Upon receipt of tenders, no information related to the examination, clarification, and evaluation of tenders and recommendations concerning awards will be disclosed to bidders, tenderers, or any other persons not officially concerned with the process.

The United Arab Emirates, in accordance with UAE Vision 2021, is committed to developing an ambitious and confident nation grounded in its heritage. Emirati nationals are encouraged and supported in developing their skills and competencies. Whilst Etihad Rail does not insert requirements in any of its tenders or contracts for a specific percentage of local content, submissions which do include local content will be reviewed favorably.

Etihad Rail strives to encourage competition. All tender documents will clearly define the scope of works, goods, or services to be supplied, the rights and obligations of the owner and of contractors, consultants, suppliers, and consultants, and the conditions to be met in order for a tender to be declared responsive. 

All contractors, consultants, and suppliers must observe the highest ethical standards during the procurement process and during the carrying out of contracts. Accordingly, Etihad Rail may reject any application if it considers that the recommended contractor, consultants, or supplier has engaged in unethical practices (including corrupt, fraudulent, or coercive practices) and may declare a firm or company ineligible to be awarded a contract if at any time Etihad Rail determines that the firm or company has engaged in such practices in competing for, or in performing a contract with Etihad Rail.