ACQUISITION OF PIPES AND FITTINGS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION, BY DIRECT ADMINISTRATION, OF UNDERGROUND CIVIL INFRASTRUCTURE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS NETWORKS

This tender, identified by Process Code SIE-EPMMOP-2025-092-741823, concerns the acquisition of essential materials for the construction of underground civil infrastructure intended for telecommunications networks. The procurement is being managed by the Empresa Publica Metropolitana de Movilidad y Obras Publicas (Metropolitan Public Company of Mobility and Public Works).

The primary focus of this acquisition is the procurement of PVC pipes. Specifically, the tender requires a quantity of 21,180 units of PVC pipes, with an estimated value of USD 497,158.51. These materials are crucial for developing the necessary underground conduits that will house and protect telecommunications cables, ensuring the reliable expansion and maintenance of communication infrastructure within the metropolitan area.

The construction method specified is "direct administration," indicating that the contracting entity will manage the construction process internally, utilizing the acquired materials. The procurement modality is an "Electronic Reverse Auction" (Subasta Inversa Electrónica), a competitive bidding process where suppliers progressively lower their prices to win the contract.

This tender is significant for suppliers in the construction materials sector, particularly those specializing in pipes and fittings for infrastructure projects. It represents an opportunity to contribute to the development of essential telecommunications infrastructure, supporting connectivity and technological advancement within the region. The contracting entity seeks to secure high-quality PVC pipes and associated fittings to meet the technical specifications required for durable and effective underground installations.

This is a works contract in the governance and public administration sector. Located in Ecuador, Latin America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of USD 497,159.

Published through SERCOP Ecuador, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for civil works in the governance and public administration sector. Works contracts of this nature generally require demonstrated experience in similar infrastructure projects, adequate equipment and technical personnel, and financial capacity including bank guarantees. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.