Chilam Plantation Area: Fencing, Water Tank, Drip Irrigation & Restoration Project

Tender Description: Comprehensive Ecological Restoration and Infrastructure Development at Chilam Community Plantation Area, Durbuk Forest Range

The Divisional Forest Officer, Leh, acting on behalf of the Forest Ecology and Environment, UT of Ladakh, invites sealed bids from eligible contractors for a vital project focused on ecological restoration and the development of essential infrastructure within the Chilam Community plantation area of Durbuk Forest Range. This initiative, undertaken for the fiscal year 2026-27 under CAMPA 5(2)b, aims to enhance the sustainability and ecological integrity of the region. The scope of work encompasses critical components including the installation of robust chain-link fencing to protect the plantation, extensive plantation work to promote biodiversity and forest cover, the construction of a durable water storage tank to support irrigation efforts, and the implementation of a modern drip irrigation system. This project represents a significant investment in the long-term environmental health and community benefit of the Durbuk Forest Range.

Key Tender Information:

• Tender Inviting Authority: Divisional Forest Officer, Leh, Divisional Forest Office, Leh Fort Road, UT of Ladakh.
• Work Description: Chain-link fencing, plantation work, construction of water storage tank, and Drip Irrigation works at Chilam Community plantation area of Durbuk Forest Range for the year 2026-27 under CAMPA 5(2) b.
• Tender Category: Works (Civil Works - Others).
• Tender Value: ₹ 56,28,000.
• EMD: ₹ 1,12,560.
• Tender Fee: ₹ 2,000.
• Contract Type: Item Rate.
• Period of Work: 30 Days.
• Bid Validity: 120 Days.
• Tender Type: Open Tender.
• Number of Covers: 2 (Technical Documents and Financial Bid).
• EMD Payable To: Divisional Forest Officer, Leh.
• Tender Fee Payable To: Divisional Forest Officer, Leh.

Critical Dates:

• ePublished Date / Document Download Start Date / Bid Submission Start Date: 08-Oct-2026, 10:00 AM.
• Document Download End Date / Bid Submission End Date: 15-Oct-2026, 04:00 PM.
• Bid Opening Date: 16-Oct-2026, 12:00 PM.

Interested bidders are strongly advised to carefully review all tender documents, including the technical specifications and Bill of Quantities, available for download from the official portal. Compliance with all submission requirements and deadlines is mandatory. This project offers a valuable opportunity for experienced contractors to contribute to significant environmental conservation and development efforts in the Ladakh region.