Thiruvandarkoil Tank Surplus Channel Desilting and Civil Works in Puducherry

This tender, issued by the Public Works Department of Puducherry, seeks qualified contractors for the critical civil works project of desilting the Thiruvandarkoil tank surplus channel. The scope of work involves clearing the surplus channel from the Thirubuvanai Electricity sub-station to Ural kulam, located opposite the FCI Godown in Thiruvandarkoil, Mannadipet Commune, Puducherry. The estimated tender value for this undertaking is ₹57,446, with a stipulated work period of 30 days. This is an open tender classified under 'Works' and 'Civil Works', requiring the submission of bids in two covers: the first cover for eligibility and fee details (including a 2.0% EMD amounting to ₹1,149 and a tender fee of ₹525), and the second for the financial bid. Bidders are expected to be of Class V and above. The tender documents, including online bidding instructions, a short press notice, and the NIT (Form-6), are available for download from October 15, 2026, at 05:05 PM until October 27, 2026, at 04:00 PM. Bid submissions will be accepted from October 15, 2026, at 05:10 PM, concluding on October 27, 2026, at 04:00 PM. The bid opening is scheduled for October 28, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the office of the Executive Engineer, Irrigation Division, Public Works Department, Puducherry. This is a significant opportunity to contribute to essential irrigation infrastructure maintenance in the region.