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Loan No. 4520(COL), Loan No. 8485, Grant No. 0983(SF), Grant No. 0984(EF): South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation Electricity Transmission and Distribution Strengthening Project

Asian Development Bank

Published: Jun 29, 2026

Updated: Jun 30, 2026

Source: ADB - Asian Development Bank

About This Opportunity

ADB - Nepal - Energy

This is a works contract in the energy and power sector, with a focus on Transmission Distribution. Located in Nepal, Asia, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before August 14, 2026.

Published through ADB - Asian Development Bank, a multilateral development bank that follows standardized international procurement guidelines. Projects funded by multilateral institutions are generally open to international bidders from eligible member countries for civil works in the energy and power 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 is associated with the "South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation Electricity Transmission and Distribution" project in Nepal, benefiting from financing through ADB Loan No. 4520(COL), Loan No. 8485, and Grant Nos. 0983(SF) and 0984(EF). The project's focus is on the energy sector, specifically targeting improvements in electricity transmission and distribution systems. Procurement may encompass a wide range of items, including but not limited to, electrical conductors, insulators, poles, transformers, switchgear, and control and protection equipment. Bidders are required to provide goods or services that meet rigorous technical specifications and quality benchmarks, often aligned with international standards. Experience in similar large-scale infrastructure projects within the power sector is a critical requirement. The procurement will be conducted under the guidelines of the Asian Development Bank, ensuring a fair and competitive process for eligible suppliers and contractors aiming to contribute to the region's energy infrastructure development.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from ADB - Asian Development Bank and was originally published on June 29, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Asian Development Bank

Asian Development Bank has issued 1,910 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 317 currently open and 26 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Transport & Logistics, and Energy & Power. Tenders span 10 countries including Timor-Leste, Uzbekistan, and Marshall Islands. Notices are distributed via ADB - Asian Development Bank. Most recent publication: June 29, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Asian Development Bank in Nepal. 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 Energy & Power 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 Nepal. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit ADB - Asian Development Bank to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is August 14, 2026. You have 45 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.