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National Workshop on Public Bicycle Sharing Scheme 4 th March IBI GROUP Defining the cities of tomorrow 1

PBS GUIDANCE DOCUMENT A STEP-BY-STEP HANDBOOK

PBS GUIDANCE DOCUMENT TABLE OF CONTENTS

Target Users of Guidance Document Planning Authority City s readiness for planning PBS Capacity building to undertake PBS (Design + Implement + Invest) Improving infrastructure to support PBS Transit Agency Integrating PBS in transit systems planning as a first and last mile connectivity Seek funding for planning PBS Implement in partnership with city agencies/ private sector Stakeholders Resource guide for citizens Financing & Local Entrepreneurship Joint development opportunities

What is PBS? Ch.1 Need based bicycle availability for multiple users on a sharing basis Commonly used for short trips (0-5 kms) Multiple pick-up & drop-off options Offers last mile connectivity to public transit Technology enabled system for easier access & tracking IBI GROUP Defining the cities of tomorrow 6

Who will use PBS? How? Ch.1 IBI GROUP Defining the cities of tomorrow 7

Bicycle Sharing vs. Bicycle Renting ATTRIBUTES CYCLE SHARING CYCLE RENTING Type of Service Public Transport (alternative IPT) Private Venture Types of trips / customer Short-term/ Commuter & Tourist Long-term/ Tourist Fare structure Subscription fee+ usage charge: Encourages short trips Subscription fee only: encourages long term rentals Accessibility 24 hours a day (can vary between systems) Normal working hours Ownership Government Private Capital funding Government Private Revenue Advertising, Sponsorships, User Fee, Registration charges, Cross or Subscription Fee direct subsidies Automation Fully/ semi automation Service personnel required Renting systems requires user to pick-up & return the bicycle to the same location thereby serving just one user. PBS involves redistribution of bicycles allowing each bicycle to serve several users per day.

STEP-BY-STEP APPROACH TO IMPLEMENTING PBS Based on: Lessons Learned from Best Practices Current Initiatives in India; and Workshop Feedback Framework for Guidance Document based on five themes

STEP-1 ASSESS The Assess step shall assist in determining the city s level of readiness for planning a PBS system and help in deciding an initial scale and scope of the project. It can also be understood as a prefeasibility step. Time Frame: 3 Months Total 03 Months

Determine Initial Coverage Area Coverage area can be delineated based on: Areas with major trip attractions and trip generations Catchment area (2km) of the transit corridor Captive institutional areas and its neighbourhood existing NMT network Areas with relatively flat terrain

STEP-1 ASSESS TOOL 1 HOW TO DETERMINE INITIAL PBS COVERAGE AREA?

STEP-1 ASSESS GURGAON CITY

STEP-1 ASSESS VADODARA CITY

STEP-2 ENABLE The Enable step focuses on proactive tasks that cities will need to take towards implementing PBS schemes. These tasks are initiated early-on in the process and must continue throughout the course of the project. Time Frame: 1 Month Total 04 Months

STEP-2 ENABLE GURGAON CITY Political Leaders MCG / HUDA MCG / HUDA Planners Urban Transport Experts Technical Assistance Committee NASSCOM and Representatives from Corporates, Institutions Embarq Other Advocacy Groups DMRC / Rapid Metro Nominated Brand Ambassadors

STEP-2 ENABLE VADODARA CITY

STEP-3 PLAN + DESIGN This step builds on the PBS Components, and takes into consideration: exact locations of stations, type of hardware & software components, operations plan, and branding guidelines. Time Frame: 8 Months Total 12 Months

PBS Features System Size Consideration for choosing an appropriate PBS system: Place stations within a 5-10min walk Provide more connections to origins and destinations Reasonable size to justify the cost to operate the system. Place more station near densely populated areas

Features of a PBS System Ch.1

Features of a PBS System Ch.1 Universal Design: Unisex frame accessible all age, gender and size Identity: Customized bicycles with unique features Secure: Provide unique parts and tools Advertising Space to generate additional revenue. Low Maintenance

PBS Features Station Design Space Availability Modular Station Fixed Station Caged Fixed Station Technology Manual Station Semi-Automated Station Fully Automated Station

PBS Features Station Design (Contd..) Docking Style Stand-alone docking space Docks Caged Fixed Station Bollard style Beam style

PBS Features Station Placement Entrance/Exit of Metro/ Commuter Rail /BRT stations Sidewalks near intersections Adjacent to NMT infrastructure On-street parking spaces Transportation Infrastructure (Under Flyovers / Footbridges) Private Developments

PBS Features Station Sizing The demand for the location should be assessed by: Undertake Origin Destination survey to identify where people are going SMALL SIZE STATION in Bangkok (<10 bikes) Review existing mode splits Conduct survey to assess willingness of people to shift to the PBS facility Mapping origin and destination points that may create a higher demand MEDIUM SIZE STATION in London (<20 bikes) LARGE SIZE STATION in shanghai (<50 bikes)

PBS Features Intelligent Technology Integration The main elements that enable IT integration are: Smart Cards or key Radio Frequency Identification Device (RFID) Terminal Card Reader at bicycle dock GPS device in Bicycles Control Centre Mobile App / Website portals Communications Systems and User-Inter face Schematic

PBS Features Redistribution System

Supporting features of a PBS System

STEP-3 PLAN + DESIGN GURGAON CITY

STEP-3 PLAN + DESIGN VADODARA CITY

STEP-4 INVEST The Invest section focuses on establishing a sustainable financing mechanism that is essential for long term viability of the system. This includes: identifying a combination of public funding sources, sponsors and other revenue sources such as advertising. Time Frame: 1 Month Total 13 Months

Operating Business Model

STEP-4 INVEST GURGAON & VADODARA Proposed Operational Model for Gurgaon and Vadodara PBS System

STEP-4 INVEST CAPITAL INVESTMENT Phase Area (Sq. Km) Bicycles PBS Stations Small Medium Large Total 1 8.85 1260 60 23 5 88 2 31.29 3100 148 57 13 218 3 98.26 9800 467 179 39 685 Total 138.4 14160 675 259 57 991 GURGAON Area PBS Stations Phase Bicycles (Sq. Km) Small Medium Large Total Pilot 8 1000 20 40 20 80 1 (including pilot area) 17.8 1800 60 80 40 180 2 45.1 4500 151 200 100 451 3 62.1 6200 251 250 120 621 Total (1+2+3) VADODARA 125 12500 462 530 260 1252

STEP-4 INVEST CAPITAL INVESTMENT All Figures in INR Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Total OPEX per year Automatic 27.74 Cr 65.13 Cr 198.17 Cr 291.59 Cr 4.76 Cr Semi- Automatic 11.35 Cr 27.58 Cr 86.23 Cr 125.17 Cr 5.75 Cr Manual 9.67 Cr 23.80 Cr 74.95 Cr 108.43 Cr 5.28 Cr GURGAON Note: Operational Costs are calculated for Phase 01 investment only All Figures in INR Pilot Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Total OPEX per year Automatic 11.51 Cr 76.77 Cr 173.96 Cr 225.99 Cr 477 Cr 2.77 Cr Semi- Automatic 4.19 Cr 29.63 Cr 60.27 Cr 80.11 Cr 170 Cr 2.89 Cr Manual 3.44 Cr 25.56 Cr 50.45 Cr 67.36 Cr 143 Cr 2.48 Cr VADODARA Note: Operational Costs are calculated for Pilot investment only

STEP-5 IMPLEMENT The IMPLEMENT section identifies the roles and responsibilities of all key stakeholders, community engagement and outreach, project management, supervision, monitoring and evaluation Time Frame: 3 Months Total 16 months

STEP-5 IMPLEMENT - GURGAON Proposed Institutional Structure for PBS Implementation

STEP-5 IMPLEMENT - VADODARA Proposed Institutional Structure for PBS Implementation

STEP-5 IMPLEMENT PBS BRANDING

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q: Can the city start PBS without cycling infrastructure? ANS: Safe cycling facilities desirable but not critical to begin implementation Chicken & Egg Mixed traffic cycling in slower speed environments: better enforcement Raise the profile of cycling & encourage investment in infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q: Will it work in extreme weather? ANS: Like cycling or other public transport, leaner use periods during extreme weather As popularity increases, better cycling infrastructure such as shaded tracks and public conveniences could be provided

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q: I already own a bicycle, why will I use PBS? Security: PBS provides secure features at designated stations, conveniently located at key destinations Parking: Avoids the hassle of finding a place to park and parking charges Cost Savings: reduces the cost of ownership and maintenance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q: How can theft and vandalism of bicycles be prevented? Answer: Registering the subscriber & valid identity is prerequisite System identifies the user each time a bicycle is checked out which helps in tracking and preventing thefts The responsibility of the cycle remains with the subscriber until it is returned at a station. Use of technology and surveillance can address the issue of theft

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q: Is bicycle sharing worth the investment? A high quality bicycle sharing system with a large coverage area costs a fraction of any public transit system or infrastructure investment. Increase accessibility and reach of transit by providing last mile connectivity Reduce congestion and improve air quality Q: Who finances PBS? Capital costs globally allocated from city s budget Private sector partnership for O&M costs