Optical Fiber Network Expansion: PLB Pipe Laying, OFC Splicing & Associated Works in Purnea Division

This tender, originating from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and managed through the Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited Portal (BSNL) under bid number GEM/2026/B/7785471, is issued by the Eastern Telecom Region, Kolkata, on 22-07-2026. This competitive procurement opportunity, relevant to the Ministry of Communications, seeks proposals for a comprehensive suite of services under the "Custom Bid for Services" category. Specifically, the scope encompasses Phase-V Patchwork within the TP Purnea Division, Part II, under the Patna Business Area. The required services are multifaceted and include PLB Pipe Laying employing the Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) and open trenching methods, followed by Optical Fiber Cable (OFC) blowing and pulling, and subsequent splicing. Associated works essential for the successful completion of these telecommunications infrastructure activities are also within the purview of this tender. The bidding window opens on 01-11-2026 at 11:00 AM and closes on 02-11-2026 at 11:00 AM, with an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹109,591.0 stipulated.