Sofia Municipality Seeks Assessment for Knyazhevo Ski Lift Pillars

Sofia Municipality has launched a public procurement for a structural assessment of the Knyazhevo ski lift's support pillars. The municipality justified the urgent nature of the contract, sending an invitation to a single candidate due to "unforeseen circumstances."

The move signals an effort to evaluate the condition of the aging infrastructure. The Knyazhevo ski lift, a historic landmark in Sofia, has been a subject of discussion regarding its operational status and safety for years. This assessment is a critical step toward determining the feasibility of its repair or potential replacement.

The specific details of the "unforeseen circumstances" were not elaborated upon in the initial announcement, but the urgency suggests potential safety concerns or a time-sensitive opportunity for renovation. The municipality's decision to proceed with a single-candidate tender highlights the perceived immediate need for the structural evaluation.