Punjab Issues Tender for Shahpurkandi Dam Material Handling Work – Bids Open Till August 11
Introduction
In a key development aimed at advancing infrastructure and resource management, the Water Resources Department of Punjab has issued a tender for the carrying and lifting of river bed material already extracted from Power House 1 and currently stocked at the department’s stockyard near the same location. This work forms part of the ongoing Shahpurkandi Dam Project situated at Village Barkola and Harur, Tehsil and District Pathankot.
The tender, listed under TDR50091550, invites bids from eligible contractors and firms for the transportation and handling of pre-extracted river bed material. The scope of work includes the safe and efficient lifting, loading, and carrying of the material to designated locations as per departmental instructions.
Who Can Apply
This tender is open to Indian bidders with proven expertise in civil engineering works, particularly in material handling, transportation, and dam-related infrastructure projects. The scope includes the handling and movement of construction materials over varied terrain, transportation of heavy equipment and structural components, and execution of civil works pertaining to dam construction, reinforcement, and associated facilities. All activities must comply with relevant Indian Standards (IS codes) and adhere to prescribed safety and environmental regulations.
To qualify, bidders must meet both technical and financial eligibility criteria as outlined in the tender documents. Technically, bidders should have completed a minimum of three similar projects within the last five years and possess the requisite manpower, machinery, and project management capabilities.
Joint ventures and consortia are permitted, subject to the submission of a legally binding agreement detailing the roles and responsibilities of each party. All members must independently satisfy the minimum eligibility criteria. Subcontracting of non-core activities is permitted with prior approval from the relevant authority. All collaborative arrangements must be disclosed in the bid submission.
Tender documents may be downloaded from the official portal. Bidders are required to submit separate sealed technical and financial proposals following the instructions provided.
How to Apply
Interested bidders must submit their applications under the instructions outlined in the official tender documents. A non-refundable document fee of ₹1,000 is applicable, and an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹6,35,580 must be submitted through the specified payment method. The total tender value can be found in the official documentation. Completed bids, including both technical and financial proposals in separate sealed envelopes, must be submitted no later than 11 August 2025. The tender is being issued by the Water Resources Department, Punjab, which will serve as the tendering authority throughout the procurement process.
Interested bidders must download the tender documents from the official eProcurement portal of Punjab. The submission process requires uploading both technical and financial bids in the prescribed formats. Bidders are advised to review all eligibility conditions, scope of work, and compliance requirements before submission.
Conclusion
This tender presents a valuable opportunity for qualified contractors to contribute to a major infrastructure initiative in Punjab. With a clear scope and defined timelines, the Shahpurkandi Dam Project continues to play a vital role in regional water management and development.
