Government Tender for 24-Month Operation & Maintenance of Water Infrastructure in Bhavnagar

This tender involves comprehensive operation and maintenance of civil and mechanical water assets, including elevated service reservoirs, water treatment plants, pipelines, valves, and pumping machinery for the Pasvi Regional Water Supply Scheme in Bhavnagar. The project supplies 23 MLD of potable water to 95 villages and 4 para towns over 24 months. It excludes the supply of chemicals like PAC, bleaching powder, and chlorine gas.

Bidders must provide valid registration documents, proof of tender fee payment (₹6,000) via DD, EMD proof, and a solvency certificate. They should have prior experience in water infrastructure projects for at least 2 years and meet financial qualification thresholds such as an annual turnover of at least ₹50 lakh in the last 3 years. All documentation must be submitted as per the guidelines.

The process includes downloading tender documents, submitting bid security and documents before the deadline, and participating in bid opening. Key dates are:

• Tender download start: 09-01-2026 10:00
• Bid submission deadline: 09-02-2026 18:00
• Bid opening: 10-02-2026 16:00

Bidders must adhere strictly to these deadlines to ensure their bids are considered.

All assets, including elevated reservoirs, pipelines, and machinery, must conform to industry standards and IS specifications. The water treatment plant and pumping machinery should be energy-efficient and reliable. The technical specifications are detailed in the tender documents, available for download, and include parameters like capacity, material standards, and performance benchmarks.

Bids are evaluated based on technical competence (50%), financial offer (30%), and past performance (20%). A minimum technical score of 70% is required to qualify. The highest scoring bidder will be awarded the contract, considering compliance with all eligibility and technical criteria. Transparency and fairness are maintained throughout the process.