Tender Details

SUPPLY & INSTALLATION OF 1200 NETWORK POINTS

Tender Number: 12/2026/EWA (2026-093-RPI-DID)

PA Ref Number: 2026-093-RPI-DID

Tender Description

This project aims to design, supply, and install a high-performance Local Area Network (LAN) infrastructure through the deployment of 1200 structured network points across the identified locations. The initiative is intended to enhance network availability, reliability, and scalability by implementing industry-standard cabling systems, certified components, and optimized installation practices. This tender document outlines the detailed scope of work, technical specifications, and compliance requirements to ensure the successful delivery of a standards-aligned LAN solution. It invites qualified vendors to submit comprehensive and competitive proposals that meet all functional, technical, and operational objectives of the project.

Issued by
Electricity and Water Authority
Internal/External
Internal
Invitation Method
Public (LOCAL GCC)
Initial Bond
BD 500
Bid Validity / Initial Bond Validity Period (Days)
180 days
Tender Fees
BD 15
Contract Duration
1 Year
Is Alternate Bid Allowed
Yes
Publish Date
Thursday, 02 July 2026
Purchase Before
Sunday, 12 July 2026
Closing Date
Tuesday, 21 July 2026
Opening Date
Wednesday, 22 July 2026
Is this tender/auction allocated exclusively for SMEs?
Yes
Note: This tender/auction is allocated exclusively for SMEs holding a valid SME Classification Certificate issued by the MOIC. Any company that fails to submit this certificate along with their bid will be disqualified.

Additional Notes

Note:

This Tender is restricted to SMEs only, Vendor must submit a valid SME Certificate.

Non-SME bidders will be disqualified.

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This project aims to design, supply, and install a high-performance Local Area Network (LAN) infrastructure through the deployment of 1200 structured network points across the identified locations. The initiative is intended to enhance network availability, reliability, and scalability by implementing industry-standard cabling systems, certified components, and optimized installation practices. This tender document outlines the detailed scope of work, technical specifications, and compliance requirements to ensure the successful delivery of a standards-aligned LAN solution. It invites qualified vendors to submit comprehensive and competitive proposals that meet all functional, technical, and operational objectives of the project.

 

يهدف هذا المشروع إلى تصميم وتوريد وتركيب بنية تحتية عالية الأداء للشبكة المحلية  (LAN) من خلال تنفيذ 1200 نقطة شبكة موزعة في المواقع المحددة. ويهدف هذا المشروع إلى تعزيز توافر الشبكة وموثوقيتها وقابليتها للتوسع عبر تطبيق أنظمة تمديد كابلات وفقا للمعايير المعتمدة، واستخدام مكوّنات معتمدة، واعتماد أفضل ممارسات التركيب. ويوضح هذا المستند الخاص بالمناقصة نطاق العمل المفصّل والمواصفات الفنية ومتطلبات الامتثال لضمان تسليم أفضل عمل للشبكات متوافق مع المعايير .

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Mandatory Requirements

Bidders shall follow and meet the following Mandatory/Essential Requirements. Offers not complying with these requirements shall be rejected and not considered for evaluation:

1- The bidder must be an authorized and certified local partner qualified to supply and implement structured cabling and LAN infrastructure solutions. A valid partnership or authorization certificate from the proposed cabling system manufacturer (e.g., CommScope, Panduit, Schneider) must be submitted.

2- At least 80% of the bidder’s technical team (four members) assigned to the project must be certified network or structured cabling engineers, holding valid credentials related to structured cabling, fiber optics, or LAN installation standards. Copies of all relevant certifications must be included in the bid along with the proposed project team structure.

3- The bidder must be certified by the cabling system manufacturer to deliver structured cabling and LAN installation services.

4- The bidder must demonstrate proven experience in successfully delivering at least three structured cabling or network point installation projects within the last five years. Project references, completion certificates, and client endorsements must be provided as evidence.


How to Participate?

  • Those who are capable and wish to participate in the above tender have to purchase the Tender Documents online through the Bahrain Tender Board’s portal https://etendering.tenderboard.gov.bh starting from Thursday, 02 July 2026
  • Bidders are requested to enclose with their bids the Initial Bond for the amount specified above or at the rate of 1% of the tender value whichever amount is lesser, provided that no initial bonds value shall be less than BD 100/-.
  • For Two-envelope tenders, bidders, are requested to attach the initial bond as stated above and it must be included within the technical bid.
  • The initial bond should be in the form of a Certified Cheque, Bank Guarantee, Insurance Policy or Bank Transfer (or as specified in the Tender Documents) valid for the duration specified above.
  • If the bidder chooses to submit the initial bond in the form of a Bank transfer, the guarantee amount must be provided as a fixed amount mentioned and not as a percentage of the bid value.
  • The bids deposit place: (As Mentioned in the Tender Documents)
  • In addition, the following shall be considered:
    • Enclose copy of a valid Commercial Registration Certificate (CR) in line with the tender's subject.
    • Enclose copy of a valid Bahrainisation Certificate issued by the Ministry of Labour.
  • This advertisement is considered supplementary to the tender documents. In case of any discrepancy between the Advertisement and the Tender Document, the Tender Document prevails.
  • Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)are eligible to obtain 10% preference in the financial evaluation stage when participating in tenders, and in auctions related to service facilities within government entities premises, however this shall not apply to tenders of a special nature. SMEs bidders shall submit along with their bids the valid SMEs Certificate issued by the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, which can be obtained through the following link (https://www.moic.gov.bh/index.php/en/sme_services)
  • Vendors who are not registered in the Tender Board's e-tendering system shall be required to register through the link (Supplier Registration) , and for assistance please contact the Tender Board through email helpdesk@tenderboard.gov.bh or call on Tel No. +97317566666.

Inquiries

For further inquiries please contact on:

Electricity and Water Authority
  17995555