Installation of 1km Conventional and Solar Fencing in Murinjapuzha Forest Areas

The Forest Department, through the Divisional Forest Officer, Kottayam, invites sealed tenders for the "Installation of Conventional (5-line) cum Hanging Solar Fencing (1.0 KM)" project at Kandankayam to Puzhippilappadi areas, within the Murinjapuzha Forest station, under the Erumely Range, for the 2026-27 period. This open tender opportunity, with Tender ID 2026_FD_876816_1 and Tender Reference Number KFDDO/60382/2026-DFOKTM/A2, is for electrical works with an estimated tender value of ₹8,86,972. The contract form is item rate, and a bid validity of 30 days is required, with a period of work stipulated at 180 days. Bidders are required to submit an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹22,174, equivalent to 2.5% of the tender value, with options for EMD through BG/ST or exemption allowed. The total tender fee is ₹2,390, comprising a tender fee of ₹2,095 and a processing fee of ₹295 (inclusive of 18% GST). Tender documents can be downloaded from October 6, 2026, 5:00 PM, until October 15, 2026, 6:00 PM. The bid submission period commences on October 6, 2026, 6:00 PM, and concludes on October 15, 2026, 6:00 PM. Bids will be opened on October 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM, at the Divisional Forest Office, Kottayam. Bidders should refer to the tender documents for detailed NDA/pre-qualification requirements and other specifications.