Tenders/Construction of the Arab Heritage Market (1) as part of the Return to the Past project in Salalah.

Construction of the Arab Heritage Market (1) as part of the Return to the Past project in Salalah.

Dhofar Municipality

Published: Sep 12, 2026

Updated: Sep 12, 2026

About This Opportunity

This is a works contract in the construction and civil works and culture and heritage sectors, with a focus on Heritage Preservation. Located in Oman, Middle East & North Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through Oman Tender Board, 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 construction and civil works 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.

Description

This tender, from Oman and managed via the oman_tb platform, concerns the construction of the first phase of the Arab Heritage Market (1) in Salalah. This project is part of a larger initiative known as the 'Return to the Past' project, indicating a focus on historical and cultural preservation or reconstruction. The scope of work for this tender will likely involve all aspects of construction, from site preparation and foundation laying to the erection of structures, installation of utilities, and finishing works, all in line with architectural designs that reflect Arab heritage. Typical requirements for such construction tenders include detailed architectural and engineering plans, adherence to local building codes and standards, provision of qualified construction personnel, robust project management capabilities, and strict timelines for completion. The contracting authority, likely a governmental or municipal body in Salalah, will evaluate bids based on technical proposals, construction methodologies, financial offers, and the contractor's track record in heritage-sensitive construction projects. This tender is a significant opportunity for construction firms experienced in cultural and heritage projects.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Oman Tender Board and was originally published on September 12, 2026. Last refreshed 12 days ago. Reference: 97833. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Dhofar Municipality

Dhofar Municipality has issued 94 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 5 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Construction & Civil Works, General Supplies & Services, and Environment & Climate. All notices are published for Oman. Notices are distributed via Oman Tender Board. Most recent publication: September 24, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

How can I submit a bid?

Visit Oman Tender Board to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 97833 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Dhofar Municipality in Oman. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Works contract in the Construction & Civil Works sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Oman. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.