Replacement of Navigational Aids and Supports on the Guadiana River

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Original title: Reposição de Meios e Apoios à Navegação no Rio Guadiana

Município de Mértola

Published: Aug 13, 2026

Updated: Aug 13, 2026

Source: TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU)

About This Opportunity

This is a supplies contract in the transport and logistics sector, with a focus on Maritime. Located in Portugal, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 500,000. Proposals must be submitted before September 10, 2026.

Published through TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU), 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 transport and logistics sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

Original language: Portuguese

This tender, issued in Portugal, concerns the replacement and maintenance of navigation aids and support systems in the Guadiana River. The contracting authority is seeking qualified contractors to undertake this essential infrastructure work. The scope of the project involves the provision and installation of new aids to navigation, such as buoys, lights, and markers, and potentially the maintenance or upgrade of existing systems. The objective is to ensure safe and efficient navigation for maritime traffic in the river, adhering to national and international maritime standards. Typical requirements for such a tender include expertise in marine engineering, civil works, and maritime safety. Contractors will need to demonstrate experience in similar riverine or coastal projects, possess the necessary specialized equipment (vessels, installation tools), and adhere to stringent safety and environmental protocols. The tender documents will detail the specific technical specifications for the navigation aids, the geographical areas of intervention, and the expected project timeline. Evaluation will likely focus on technical capability, proposed methodology, safety record, and cost-effectiveness.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) and was originally published on August 13, 2026. Last refreshed today. Original language: Portuguese. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Município de Mértola

Município de Mértola has issued 76 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 1 currently open and 68 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in General Supplies & Services, Construction & Civil Works, and Environment & Climate. All notices are published for Portugal. Notices are distributed via base_gov_pt and TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: August 13, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

How can I submit a bid?

Visit TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is September 10, 2026. You have 29 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Município de Mértola in Portugal. 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 Transport & Logistics sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is €500,000 - €500,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

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