AGENDA Stakeholder Workshop 19 th February DLF City Club, Gurgaon IBI GROUP Defining the cities of tomorrow 1
WORKSHOP AGENDA IBI GROUP Defining the cities of tomorrow 2
INTRODUCTION TO THE PBS GUIDANCE DOCUMENT: A STEP-BY-STEP HANDBOOK
INTRODUCTION TO THE PBS GUIDANCE DOCUMENT: A STEP-BY-STEP HANDBOOK
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
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
Bicycle Sharing vs. Bicycle Renting ATTRIBUTES CYCLE SHARING CYCLE RENTING Type of Service Public Transport (a mode of IPT) Private Venture Types of trips / customer Short-term trips Commuter / 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 Private Capital funding Government/ Private Private Revenue Advertising, Sponsorships, User Fee, Registration charges, Cross or Subscription Fee, User Fee direct subsidies Automation Fully/ semi automation Service personnel required Renting systems requires user to pick-up & return the bicycle to the same location PBS systems redistribution of bicycles allowing each bicycle to serve several users per day.
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
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 Time Frame: 3 Months Total 03 Months The Assess step is designed to assist in determining the city s level of readiness for planning a PBS system or a pre-feasibility study for preparing a PBS strategic plan.
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-2 ENABLE Time Frame: 1 Month Total 04 Months 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: 8 Months Total 12 Months 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.
PBS Features
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
PBS Features - Bicycles The bicycle should be designed to : 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
PBS Supporting Features
STEP-4 INVEST Time Frame: 1 Month Total 13 Months 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.
Operating Business Model
STEP-5 IMPLEMENT Time Frame: 3 Months Total 16 months The IMPLEMENT section identifies the roles and responsibilities of all key stakeholders, community engagement and outreach, project management, supervision, monitoring and evaluation
Application of Guidance Document- City Specific Plan Adapt & Apply the guidance documents to develop City Specific Plans City specific PBS Plan (Pilot / Strategy) for each demonstration city Resource for future cities interested in implementing PBS, How the planning of PBS are to be contextualized for specific cases