Nainital Underground Optical Fibre Cable Rehabilitation Project

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a Government of India Enterprise, invites eligible contractors to participate in an open tender for the crucial underground Optical Fibre Cable (OFC) Rehabilitation work within the Nainital Business Area of its Uttarakhand Circle. This tender, identified by Tender ID 2026_BSNL_292760_1 and Tender Reference Number "Tender for underground OFC Rehabilitation work in Nainital BA of Uttarakhand Circle," represents a significant opportunity for Class C contractors within the OFC Laying Works product category. The scope of work encompasses the rehabilitation of existing underground OFC infrastructure, with an estimated tender value of ₹1,07,11,203 and a stipulated work period of 365 days. Prospective bidders are required to submit their bids in two covers: the first cover for tender fee, EMD, and pre-qualification/technical documents, and the second for the financial bid. The earnest money deposit (EMD) is fixed at ₹2,14,224, with provisions for exemption and payment via Direct Credit or Banker's Cheque, payable to BSNL. The tender fee is ₹2,950, payable to AO (Cash) O/o CGMT Uttarakhand BSNL. All tender documents will be available for download from September 30, 2026, at 06:00 PM, with the download and bid submission period concluding on October 20, 2026, at 03:00 PM. Bid opening will take place on October 21, 2026, at 03:00 PM at the office of AGM (MM), O/o CGMT UKD Patel Nagar, Dehradun. The bid validity period is set at 150 days. Interested parties are advised to refer to the detailed tender documents for comprehensive information regarding pre-qualification criteria and other essential requirements.