[Replacement of Trestle tower at Agatti Lighthouse in the UT of Lakshadweep Transportation Erection of Trestle tower and Construction of Service room for Trestle Tower at Agatti LH Site] open

Overview

This tender is issued by the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships for the replacement of the trestle tower at Agatti Lighthouse in the Union Territory of Lakshadweep. The project includes the erection of a new trestle tower and the construction of a service room at the Agatti Lighthouse site.

Scope / Work

The work involves civil engineering tasks categorized under 'Civil Works'. The total tender value is ₹49,99,871, and the contract type is classified as a tender. The period of work is expected to last for 270 days, and bidders must ensure compliance with the requirements detailed in the tender documents. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 10, 2026, at Deep Bhavan, Cochin, which bidders are encouraged to attend for clarifications.

Fees & EMD

There is no tender fee associated with this bid. However, an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹99,997 is required, which is fixed and payable to the Director of Lighthouses and Lightships in Ernakulam. EMD exemption is allowed under certain conditions. Bidders should prepare their submissions accordingly, ensuring that the EMD is included to avoid disqualification.

Key dates

• Publish Date: July 3, 2026
• Bid Submission Start Date: July 3, 2026, 10:00 AM
• Bid Submission End Date: July 23, 2026, 03:00 PM
• Bid Opening Date: July 24, 2026, 03:00 PM
• Document Download Start Date: July 3, 2026, 10:00 AM
• Document Download End Date: July 23, 2026, 03:00 PM
• Clarification Start Date: July 7, 2026, 03:32 PM
• Clarification End Date: July 9, 2026, 03:00 PM

Bidders should ensure that all documents are downloaded and submitted within these timelines to maintain compliance with the tender requirements.