Ministry of Road Transport and Highways Invites Bids for Major Bridge over River Ravi at Makoura Pattan in Gurdaspur and Pathankot
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has invited open bids for the construction of a major high-level bridge over the River Ravi at Makoura Pattan, including approaches in Gurdaspur and Pathankot districts under the CRIF Scheme. Bidders can submit proposals until 26 August 2026.
Key Takeaways
- ✓MoRTH seeks bids for a 44-span, high-level bridge over River Ravi at Makoura Pattan.
- ✓Project covers 1,606 m bridge and 4,144 m approach roads in Gurdaspur and Pathankot.
- ✓Tender issued under the Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF) Scheme.
- ✓Bid submission closes on 26 August 2026 via EPROCURE portal.
- ✓EMD set at ₹1.01 crore; tender fee is ₹1 lakh, both payable offline.
- ✓Pre-bid meeting scheduled for 18 August 2026 in Pathankot.
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has floated an open tender for the construction of a major high-level bridge comprising 44 spans over the River Ravi at Makoura Pattan, along with its approaches in the districts of Gurdaspur and Pathankot, Punjab. The project is being undertaken under the Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF) Scheme.
This significant infrastructure initiative aims to enhance regional connectivity and facilitate smoother movement of people and goods across the River Ravi. Interested contractors can access the tender documents and submit their bids through the EPROCURE portal until 26 August 2026.
Scope of Work
- Construction of a high-level major bridge with 44 spans, each 3,650 metres in length, totaling 1,606 metres over the River Ravi at Makoura Pattan.
- Development of approach roads measuring 4,144 metres in the districts of Gurdaspur and Pathankot.
- Project to be executed as an EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contract.
- Works include geotechnical investigations, hydraulic studies, and provision of all necessary drawings and technical documentation.
- Tender falls under the Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF) Scheme.
- All technical and financial proposals to be submitted as per the requirements outlined in the tender documents.
Key dates, fees, and EMD requirements for the Makoura Pattan bridge tender are as follows:
Tender Summary
How to Apply
- 1
Download the tender documents from the EPROCURE portal starting 5 August 2026 at 11:20 AM.
- 2
Pay the non-refundable tender fee of ₹1,00,000 offline to RPAO at MoRTH Chandigarh.
- 3
Submit the EMD of ₹1,01,62,000 offline to EE PWD PTK at Construction Division PWD PTK.
- 4
Attend the pre-bid meeting on 18 August 2026 at 3:00 PM at the Office of Superintending Engineer, Construction Circle, PWD B&R, Pathankot.
- 5
Upload technical and financial bids in the prescribed format by 26 August 2026, 3:00 PM via the EPROCURE portal.
Why It Matters
The new bridge and approach roads at Makoura Pattan will significantly improve connectivity between Gurdaspur and Pathankot, supporting local communities, trade, and regional development by providing a reliable crossing over the River Ravi.
Bidders interested in the Makoura Pattan bridge project should review the tender documents and ensure all submissions are completed via the EPROCURE portal before the 26 August 2026 deadline.
