Optical Fiber Cable Installation for BSNL Core Network Transmission in Shimla Region

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a Government of India Enterprise, invites bids for a comprehensive construction project entailing the laying of ADSS Optical Fiber Cable within the Core Network Transmission North region of Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. This critical infrastructure development spans approximately 40 kilometers along the Surgani-Tissa route. The tender, identified by reference number CNNCO-17/11/112/2026-SHIMLA, is an open tender for Works, with a tendered value of ₹1,72,70,000 and an EMD requirement of ₹3,45,400. Bidders are required to submit a tender fee of ₹2,360. The work is to be completed within 365 days of the contract award, with a bid validity of 180 days. The tender process involves two covers: Cover 1 for Fee/Pre-Qual/Technical documents and Cover 2 for the Financial Bid. The detailed tender documents are available for download from September 23, 2026, 04:00 PM, with the submission deadline set for October 14, 2026, 04:00 PM. Bid opening will take place on October 15, 2026, 04:00 PM. Bidders are encouraged to review the comprehensive tender notice and associated documents for specific technical specifications, pre-qualification criteria, and submission guidelines. The General Manager, CN-Tx North Chandigarh, located at Core Network Transmission North Chandigarh, 3rd floor, BSNL Telephone Bhawan, Sector-17 D Chandigarh, 160017, is the inviting authority for this tender.