DIRECT PURCHASE - SUPPLY OF 1/2 INCH GRAVEL, SCREENED WHITE SAND, AND SCREENED RIVER SAND, FOR USE AT THE AGUACAPA HYDROELECTRIC PLANT.
About This Opportunity
TranslatedThis tender concerns the direct purchase and supply of essential construction materials for the Aguacapa Hydroelectric Plant, managed by the National Electrification Institute (INDE). The procurement specifically includes three distinct items: one hundred and thirty (130) cubic meters of 1/2 inch gravel, fifty (50) cubic meters of screened white sand, and one hundred and ninety (190) cubic meters of screened river sand. These materials are crucial for ongoing operations and maintenance activities at the hydroelectric facility. The procurement method followed is a direct purchase, governed by Article 54 of the LCE (Ley de Contratación del Estado - State Contracting Law). This process indicates that the contract has already been awarded, signifying the completion of the selection and negotiation phase. The tender highlights INDE's commitment to ensuring the continuous and efficient operation of the Aguacapa Hydroelectric Plant by securing a reliable supply of high-quality aggregates. The specific quantities and types of sand and gravel suggest their use in concrete mixing, structural repairs, or other essential civil works within the plant's infrastructure. The successful completion of this direct purchase ensures that the plant has the necessary resources for its operational needs.
This is a supplies contract in the general supplies and energy and power sectors, with a focus on General Supplies and Power Generation. Located in Guatemala, Latin America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.
Published through Guatecompras, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the general supplies sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.
Description
Original language: SpanishItems:
- COMPRA DIRECTA - SUMINISTRO DE CIENTO TREINTA (130) METROS CUBICOS DE PIEDRÍN DE 1/2 PULGADA.
- COMPRA DIRECTA - SUMINISTRO DE CINCUENTA (50) METROS CUBICOS DE ARENA BLANCA CERNIDA.
- COMPRA DIRECTA - SUMINISTRO DE CIENTO NOVENTA (190) METROS CUBICOS DE ARENA DE RIO CERNIDA.
Método: Procedimientos regulados por el artículo 54 LCE
Entidad contratante: INSTITUTO NACIONAL DE ELECTRIFICACIÓN -INDE
Estado: Adjudicado
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from Guatecompras and was originally published on March 3, 2026. Last refreshed 16 days ago. Original language: Spanish. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About INSTITUTO NACIONAL DE ELECTRIFICACIÓN -INDE
INSTITUTO NACIONAL DE ELECTRIFICACIÓN -INDE has issued 552 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 0 currently open and 211 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in General Supplies & Services, Energy & Power, and Information & Communication Technology. All notices are published for Guatemala. Notices are distributed via Guatecompras. Most recent publication: April 23, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
How can I submit a bid?
Visit Guatecompras to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to INVERSIONES RETANA, SOCIEDAD ANÓNIMA. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by INSTITUTO NACIONAL DE ELECTRIFICACIÓN -INDE in Guatemala. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Supplies contract in the General Supplies & Services sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
How much was the contract awarded for?
INVERSIONES RETANA, SOCIEDAD ANÓNIMA was awarded the contract for GTQ 76,400. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Guatemala. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
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