[Special Repairs and Maintenance to Lighthouse Tower, allied buildings, compound wall and GI Trestle Towers (2 Nos) at Vakalapudi Lighthouse Station] open

Overview

The Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships has issued an open tender for the special repairs and maintenance of the Vakalapudi Lighthouse Tower, allied buildings, compound wall, and GI Trestle Towers. This project is crucial for maintaining the operational integrity of the lighthouse facilities.

Scope / Work

The work involves special repairs and maintenance to the lighthouse tower and associated structures. Bidders are required to demonstrate experience in similar civil works over the past seven years and provide a solvency certificate. The total tender value is ₹71,85,141, and the work is expected to be completed within 270 days. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for May 7, 2026, at DEEP BHAVAN, Visakhapatnam, which bidders are encouraged to attend for clarifications.

Fees & EMD

There is no tender fee for this bid. However, an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹1,43,710 is mandatory and must be submitted to the Director of Lighthouses and Lightships in Visakhapatnam. Bidders should note that EMD exemption is not allowed.

Key dates

• Publish Date: April 30, 2026, 06:30 PM
• Bid Submission Start Date: April 30, 2026, 06:30 PM
• Bid Submission End Date: May 20, 2026, 04:00 PM
• Bid Opening Date: May 21, 2026, 04:00 PM
• Clarification Period: April 30, 2026, to May 7, 2026, 06:00 PM

Bidders should ensure all mandatory documents are prepared and submitted by the deadline to avoid disqualification.