Nine firms compete for Sitra Central Market maintenance contract
The Tender Board opened the submissions, which were issued by the Ministry of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture.
The tender covers civil repairs, mechanical and electrical work, fire alarm systems, and other maintenance tasks essential for the market's upkeep.
Saraya Contractors Co. W.L.L. submitted the lowest bid at BHD 136,331.350, while Aqua Technology Transfer W.L.L. offered the highest at BHD 352,298.475. All nine bids have been accepted for evaluation.
The contract will be awarded to the bidder that meets all technical and procedural requirements. According to the tender rules, companies must be classified by the ministry as building contractors graded E or above, or as maintenance firms ranked C or higher.
Sitra Central Market serves local communities daily, and this maintenance project aims to keep the facility fully operational and well-maintained.
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