EIC-CIVIL Floats ₹98.69 Crore Tender for Major Bridges over Badanadi and Rushikulya in Ganjam, Odisha
EIC-CIVIL has invited bids for the construction of new high-level major bridges with approaches over the Badanadi and Rushikulya rivers in Ganjam district, Odisha, under the Setu Bandhan at CRIF scheme. The estimated project value is ₹98.69 crore, with the bid deadline set for 12 August 2026.
Key Takeaways
- ✓EIC-CIVIL has floated a ₹98.69 crore tender for major bridge construction in Ganjam, Odisha.
- ✓The project covers new high-level bridges over Badanadi on MDR 62 and over Rushikulya and Tipisara nallah on NH 157.
- ✓Tender is under the Setu Bandhan at CRIF initiative, connecting NH 59 at Aska.
- ✓Bidders must submit an EMD of ₹98.69 lakh and a tender fee of ₹10,000 online.
- ✓Bid submission opens on 24 July 2026 and closes on 12 August 2026 via EPROCURE portal.
- ✓A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 24 July 2026 at Nirman Soudha, Bhubaneswar.
The Chief Engineer, Bridges, Odisha (EIC-CIVIL), has announced a major infrastructure tender for the construction of new high-level bridges with approaches over the Badanadi and Rushikulya rivers in Ganjam district. This project, valued at ₹98.69 crore, is part of the Setu Bandhan at CRIF scheme aimed at enhancing regional connectivity.
The tender invites national competitive bids for building bridges at Ch. 1/100 km on MDR 62 and at Ch. 159/000 km over Rushikulya and Tipisara nallah on NH 157, connecting NH 59 at Aska. Interested contractors can participate by submitting their bids through the EPROCURE portal before the deadline.
Scope of Work
- Construction of a new high-level major bridge with approaches over river Badanadi at Ch. 1/100 km on MDR 62.
- Construction of a new high-level major bridge with approaches over river Rushikulya and Tipisara nallah at Ch. 159/000 km on NH 157.
- Project connects NH 157 to NH 59 at Aska in Ganjam district, Odisha.
- Works are part of the Setu Bandhan at CRIF initiative.
- Tender type is National Competitive Bid with item rate contract.
- All works to be executed as per detailed tender documents and technical specifications provided by EIC-CIVIL.
Key dates, fees, and EMD details for the Ganjam bridge tender are as follows:
Tender Summary
How to Apply
- 1
Download tender documents from the EPROCURE portal starting 18 July 2026, 2:40 PM.
- 2
Pay the tender fee of ₹10,000 online via ICICI Bank (NEFT/RTGS options available).
- 3
Submit an EMD of ₹98.69 lakh online as specified in the tender documents.
- 4
Attend the pre-bid meeting on 24 July 2026, 12:30 PM at Nirman Soudha, O/o EIC (Civil), Odisha, Bhubaneswar.
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Bid submission window opens on 24 July 2026, 4:00 PM and closes on 12 August 2026, 5:00 PM.
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Upload all required documents, including proof of fee and EMD payment, on the EPROCURE portal.
Why It Matters
This bridge project will significantly improve connectivity between key highways in Ganjam district, supporting local transport, trade, and economic development by providing safer and more efficient river crossings.
Interested contractors should review the tender documents and ensure all submissions are complete before the bid deadline of 12 August 2026. Early participation is recommended to address any clarifications during the pre-bid meeting.
