[Up-gradation of antiquity store and visitor amenities at Archaeological Museum Sarnath] open

Overview

The Archaeological Survey of India is inviting bids for the up-gradation of the antiquity store and visitor amenities at the Archaeological Museum in Sarnath. This is an open tender with a focus on supply and works, aimed at enhancing the museum's facilities.

Scope / Work

The work involves upgrading the antiquity store and visitor amenities, as detailed in the tender documents. Bidders are required to refer to the tender documents for specific work descriptions and requirements. The total tender value is ₹97,88,736, and the contract type is classified as a tender.

Fees & EMD

• Tender Fee: There is no tender fee for this bid (₹0.00).
• EMD (Earnest Money Deposit): The EMD amount is ₹2,44,718, which is 2.5% of the tender value. EMD exemption is allowed under certain conditions. The EMD is payable to SA ASI in Varanasi.

Key Dates

• Published Date: 26-May-2026 02:00 PM
• Bid Submission Start Date: 26-May-2026 02:00 PM
• Bid Submission End Date: 15-Jun-2026 02:00 PM
• Bid Opening Date: 16-Jun-2026 02:00 PM
• Pre-Bid Meeting: Scheduled for 05-Jun-2026 at 03:00 PM at the Office of the Superintending Archaeologist, Sarnath Circle, Varanasi.

Bidders should ensure timely submission of documents and attend the pre-bid meeting for clarifications. The bid validity period is 120 days, and the period of work is estimated at 180 days.