Price Competition 6996/2026

This tender, a 'Concurso de Precios' (Price Competition), is for the acquisition of a Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM). The item to be procured is 'EQUIPO DE PERFORACION SUBTERRANEA' (Subterranean Drilling Equipment), with a quantity of 1 unit. The buyer is the Administración de las Obras Sanitarias del Estado (State Sanitation Works Administration). This significant procurement indicates a major infrastructure project requiring underground excavation, likely for large-scale sanitation works, such as sewer systems or water tunnels. The 'Price Competition' format suggests that manufacturers or specialized suppliers of TBMs will submit bids, and the contract will be awarded based on technical specifications, price, and delivery terms. Acquiring a TBM is a substantial investment, reflecting the scale and complexity of the intended project.

This is a works contract in the general supplies sector. Located in Uruguay, Latin America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before March 24, 2027.

Published through Uruguay ARCE, 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 general supplies 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. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.