Supply of Drones and its accessories and Echo Sounder

Accelerating Transport and Trade Connectivity in Eastern South Asia Phase 2 - Bhutan Project

Published: Jun 2, 2026

Updated: Jun 6, 2026

Source: world_bank

About This Opportunity

Invitation for Bids | Project: Accelerating Transport and Trade Connectivity in Eastern South Asia Phase 2 - Bhutan Project | Method: Request for Bids | Ref: DGPC/ACCESS/GOODS/DRONES/2026/24

This is a supplies contract in the infrastructure, energy and power and transport and logistics sectors. Located in Bhutan, Asia, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before June 29, 2026.

Published through WB - World 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 the supply of goods in the infrastructure 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

Project: Accelerating Transport and Trade Connectivity in Eastern South Asia Phase 2 - Bhutan Project

NOTICE INVITING TENDER

(DOMESTIC COMPETITIVE BIDDING)

For

Supply and Delivery of Matrice 400 RTK Drone (or equivalent) with Accessories and Echo Sounder

NIT No: DGPC/ACCESS/GOODS/DRONES/2026/24 dated May 30, 2026

1. The Department of Surface Transport (DoST), Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport (MoIT), Royal Government of Bhutan (hereinafter called “Recipient”) has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Accelerating Transport and Trade Connectivity in Eastern South Asia Phase 2 - Bhutan Project. Part of the project is being implemented by the (the “Client”). The Client intends to apply part of the proceeds toward payments under the contract for Supply and Delivery of Matrice 400 RTK Drone (or equivalent) with Accessories and Echo Sounder

2. The Department of Surface Transport (DoST), Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport (MoIT) represented by Druk Green Power Corporation Limited (DGPC) invites sealed Bids from eligible Bidders for the Supply and Delivery of Matrice 400 RTK Drone (or equivalent) with Accessories and Echo Sounder as per the scope of supply mentioned hereinafter.

3. Detailed specifications, scope of supply and terms and conditions are given in the Bidding Documents, which are available as per the schedule below:

Tender No. and date	DGPC/ACCESS/GOODS/DRONES/2026/24 dated May 30, 2026
Document available period (date & time)	From May 30, 2026 to June 29, 2026
Bid submission (date & time)	Up to June 29, 2026 by 15:00Hrs
Pre-bid meeting (if any)	Not Applicable
Bid opening date, time & place	On June 29, 2026 at 15:30 Hrs at Contracts Section, DGPC office, Thimphu
Bidding Documents shall be available	Purchaser’s website and/or relevant website

4. Bidding Documents shall be downloaded from DGPC website (www.drukgreen.bt/tender) free of cost. Bidders downloading the documents from the website should register themselves by informing to the nodal officer of DGPC immediately after the documents are downloaded or, before the deadline for submission of the Bid and their intention to submit the Bid.

5. Downloading of Bidding Documents shall not automatically construe that the Bidder fulfils the Qualifying Requirements which shall be determined during Bid evaluation based on data/documents submitted by the Bidder.

6. Bids shall be submitted at the address given below and shall be opened in the presence of Bidder’s representatives who choose to attend.

7. All Bids must be accompanied by Bid Security for an amount of BTN 150,000.00 [BTN One Hundred Fifty Thousand] in the form of Demand Draft /Cash Warrant /Banker’s Cheque/Bank Guarantee enforceable by any financial institutions in Bhutan, and shall remain valid till September 27, 2026. Purchaser may also accept cash deposit through bank transfer in exceptional circumstances.

8. Qualification Requirement for Bidders shall be as specified in the BDS.

9. Bid Documents are not transferrable. The Purchaser reserves the right to accept or reject any Bid partly or fully or cancel the bidding process without assigning any reasons thereof and in such case no Bidder/ intending Bidder shall have any claim arising out of such action of the Purchaser.

10. Address for bid submission:

Sonam Choden, Manager

Contracts Section, Projects and Contract Department,

Druk Green Power Corporation Limited

1168 Serbi Lam Southeast

Thimphu-11001: Bhutan

Tel: +975-2-337895

Email: dgpccotenders@drukgreen.bt

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on June 2, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: OP00447758. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Accelerating Transport and Trade Connectivity in Eastern South Asia Phase 2 - Bhutan Project

Accelerating Transport and Trade Connectivity in Eastern South Asia Phase 2 - Bhutan Project has issued 22 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 5 currently open and 9 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Transport & Logistics, Education & Training, and Infrastructure. All notices are published for Bhutan. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: June 2, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is June 29, 2026. You have 22 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Accelerating Transport and Trade Connectivity in Eastern South Asia Phase 2 - Bhutan Project in Bhutan. 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 Infrastructure 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 Bhutan. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit WB - World Bank to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference OP00447758 when communicating with the contracting authority.