Latest Bahrain Tenders, Procurements & Bids | Tender Board Bahrain
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Supply of Sulfuric Acid
The General Services and Central Stores Directorate would like to purchase the following: ACID, SULPHURIC IN STAINLESS STEEL TANK WITH LEVEL INDICATOR CAPACITY:10-12 M.TON TO CSD SPEC. NO. S-4158-D Qty: 200 TO, 24000000-4 - Chemical products
- 140323332 TOT Ref. No.
- 11 May 2026 Deadline
- Refer Document Value
Supply of FUSELINK HRC WEDGE TYPE
The General Services and Central Stores Directorate would like to purchase the following: FUSELINK HRC WEDGE TYPE SLOTTED TAG TO EDD DESCRIPTION S-4084 F. FIXING CENTRES 82 MM. RATED CURRENT 100A ELEMENT OF FUSE-LINK SILVER PLATED COPPER. MFR: LAWSON FUSES OR EQUIVALENT. THE NSN NO.MUST PRINTED ON EACH PACKING CARTON. QTY 10,000 EA, 65000000-3 - Public utilities
- 140323233 TOT Ref. No.
- 18 May 2026 Deadline
- Refer Document Value
Biodiversity Finance Planning Specialist
Tender are invited for Biodiversity Finance Planning Specialist Deadline :10-May-26 Published :28-Apr-26
- 140285664 TOT Ref. No.
- 10 May 2026 Deadline
- Refer Document Value
Biodiversity Finance Assessment Specialist
Tender are invited for Biodiversity Finance Assessment Specialist Deadline :10-May-26 Published :28-Apr-26
- 140285659 TOT Ref. No.
- 10 May 2026 Deadline
- Refer Document Value
Terminal 4 Floor Coating Application
Beyon Al Dana is seeking a contractor for the Polyurethane floor painting of an area of approximately 6,000 m2, for Terminal 4 at Exhibition World Bahrain, inclusive of the materials, required equipment and machinery, and manpower., 45000000-7 - Construction work
- 140278558 TOT Ref. No.
- 20 May 2026 Deadline
- Refer Document Value
Supply of HDPE Pipes 32 MM
The General Services and Central Stores Directorate would like to purchase the following: PIPE, POLYETHELENE HIGH DENSITY TO BS EN 12201 - ISO 4427 (BLACK COLOR) LENGTH 150 METER COIL SIZE 32 MM AS PER SPECIFICATION NO.WDD-S-0072-C. (PE100SDR11 PN 16). QTY: 54,600 M, 65000000-3 - Public utilities
- 140278447 TOT Ref. No.
- 18 May 2026 Deadline
- Refer Document Value
Provision of Fire Suppression System at Hafeera Valve Station
Supply and installation of a fire suppression system for the telemetry room at Hafeera Valve Station, constructed under Phase 2 of the RLNG pipeline project between Alba Gas Station Jump Over and Al Dur., 35000000-4 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 140278257 TOT Ref. No.
- 12 May 2026 Deadline
- Refer Document Value
Consultancy Services for Development of Riffa Sports Club
The General Sports Authority seeks to appoint a specialized design consultancy team to provide comprehensive consultancy services for the Development of Riffa Sports Club . The scope of work includes the preparation of architectural and engineering designs, coordination works, and project management services, with the objective of delivering high-quality sports facilities that comply with the Ministry of Works (MOW) requirements and FIFA standards. The scope also includes the construction of two new service buildings, maintenance and refurbishment of existing facilities, execution of external works, and the development and enhancement of utilities and infrastructure. In addition, it covers the upgrading of sports pitches and associated facilities to ensure optimal functionality, safety, and full compliance with applicable international standards., 73000000-2 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 140278102 TOT Ref. No.
- 20 May 2026 Deadline
- Refer Document Value
Pipes, Bars and Fittings
Bapco Refining intends to issue a local public tender for the Purchase of Pipes, Bars and Fittings. The materials required under the Specification mentioned in tender documents. Bidders shall fully meet with ALL the Company-s requirements as outlined under this Specification., 76000000-3 - Services related to the oil and gas industry
- 140277583 TOT Ref. No.
- 12 May 2026 Deadline
- Refer Document Value
Provision of Fire Suppression System at Hafeera Valve Station
Supply and installation of a fire suppression system for the telemetry room at Hafeera Valve Station, constructed under Phase 2 of the RLNG pipeline project between Alba Gas Station Jump Over and Al Dur., 35000000-4 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 140240285 TOT Ref. No.
- 10 May 2026 Deadline
- Refer Document Value
Active Bahrain Tenders:-مناقصات البحرين | + 1600 Opportunities
Access the most comprehensive collection of Bahrain tenders and contract awards (مناقصات البحرين) from the official Tender Board Bahrain (BTB) and eTendering portal. Our platform covers 1600+ active opportunities from government ministries, state owned enterprises (BAPCO, Tatweer) and private sector buyers across the Kingdom of Bahrain.
As a member of the Arab World, GCC and Middle East regions, Bahrain offers contractors and suppliers access to a transparent, fully digital procurement system with BHD 2.1 billion ($5.6 billion) in annual tender value. Whether you are a local contractor searching for "مناقصات البحرين" (Bahrain tenders), an international supplier tracking BTB open tenders or an SME looking for 10% preference opportunities, TendersArabia gives you a single platform to discover and win opportunities in this Gulf financial hub.
Why Target the Bahrain Tender Market?
- BHD 2.1 Billion Annual Tender Value: Government tenders reached BHD 2.12 billion ($5.6 billion) in 2024, a 25% increase from 2023, with over 2,032 contracts awarded.
- Strategic GCC Location: Bahrain serves as a gateway to the GCC market with excellent logistics and financial infrastructure, serving all three regions: the Arab World, the GCC and the Middle East.
- Transparent Procurement System: The Tender Board Bahrain (BTB), established in 2002, is an independent regulator ensuring fairness, transparency and equal opportunity for all bidders.
- 12,547+ Registered Suppliers: The number of registered contractors and suppliers grew by 9.8% to reach 12,547 companies, indicating a competitive and growing market.
- SME Friendly Policies: Small and Medium Enterprises receive a 10% preference in financial evaluation when submitting an SME Classification Certificate. In 2024, 294 government tenders were allocated to SMEs with a total value of BD 5.8 million .
- Oil & Gas Sector: BAPCO (Bahrain Petroleum Company) and Tatweer Petroleum issue regular tenders for supplies, services and infrastructure. Tatweer alone awarded BD 149.8 million in contracts .
- Economic Vision 2030: Bahrain's economic diversification plan is driving investment in construction, infrastructure, technology and tourism including BD 11.3 billion ($30 billion) Strategic Projects Plan with 22 national infrastructure projects .
- Fully Digital eTendering: Bahrain has a mature e-procurement system where suppliers can register, download documents, submit bids and view live bid openings online. 86.9% of tenders are now published through the eTendering system .
- High Cost Savings: The Tender Board achieved BD 485.6 million in financial savings in 2023 through competitive pricing and the eTendering system .
Coverage Across All Three Regions
Bahrain is a strategic member of all three regions we serve:
- Arab World: As a founding member of the Arab League, Bahrain tenders are fully integrated into our 22 country Arab World coverage.
- GCC: Bahrain is a key member of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), offering seamless access to regional markets.
- Middle East: Bahrain's strategic location in the heart of the Middle East makes it a gateway for regional expansion.
Official Tender Portal: Tender Board Bahrain (مجلس المناقصات والمزايدات)
The Tender Board Bahrain (مجلس المناقصات والمزايدات) is the independent regulator of government procurement practices in the Kingdom of Bahrain . All public tenders valued over BHD 10,000 ($26,595) must be published on the government's official tendering website .
Official Portal Details:
- Main Website: www.tenderboard.gov.bh:- Contains rules, regulations, tender data, news and live broadcast of bid openings every Thursday .
- eTendering System: etendering.tenderboard.gov.bh:- Suppliers register, download tender documents (وثائق المناقصة) and submit bids (تقديم العطاءات) online .
- Bahrain National Portal: bahrain.bh:- Central access point for all government services and tender information .
Local contractors search for: "Tender Board Bahrain", "مجلس المناقصات البحرين", "BTB tenders", "Bahrain eTendering portal" or simply "مناقصات البحرين". Subscribe to access all BTB tenders in one place.
Covered Sectors in Bahrain Tenders
Our database includes tenders from all major sectors of the Bahraini economy, matching the 2024 Tender Board statistics:
Services & Investment (36.3% of total value)
- Service Tenders (خدمات):- Facilities management, cleaning, security and consulting
- Investment Projects:- Public private partnership opportunities
- Auctions (مزایدات):- Government asset sales and leasing
Construction & Engineering (26.1% of total value)
- Building Construction:- Residential, commercial and public buildings
- Roads & Bridges:- Ministry of Works infrastructure projects (أشغال البحرين)
- Housing Projects:- Social and affordable housing schemes (إسكان البحرين) valued at BD 90 million
- Airport & Port Development:- Bahrain International Airport expansion, Khalifa Bin Salman Port
- Engineering Consultancy:- Design, supervision and project management services
Oil & Gas (19.7% of total value)
- BAPCO (Bahrain Petroleum Company):- Refining, supply and maintenance contracts
- Tatweer Petroleum:- Oil field development and production:-BD 149.8 million awarded
- Nogaholding:- Oil and gas holding company tenders
- مناقصات النفط (Oil tenders):-Upstream and downstream opportunities
Materials & Equipment (16.5% of total value)
- Supply of Goods (توريدات):-Food, furniture, vehicles and general supplies
- Equipment Procurement:-Industrial and medical equipment
- Spare Parts:-Maintenance and operational supplies
Aviation (1.4% of total value)
- Gulf Air:-Airline procurement and services:-BD 59 million awarded
- Airport Services:-Bahrain International Airport operations
Electricity & Water (Key Buyer)
- EWA (هيئة الكهرباء والماء):-Power generation, water distribution and infrastructure:-BD 115.4 million awarded, 136 tenders issued
- Renewable Energy:-Solar and sustainable energy projects under NREAP
How to Bid on Bahrain Tenders (Step by Step)
Based on the official Tender Board Bahrain process :
- Step 1: Register as a Supplier (تسجيل موردين):-Register your business on the eTendering System (etendering.tenderboard.gov.bh). Local and international vendors can register .
- Step 2: Obtain Required Certificates:-Ensure you have a valid Commercial Registration (CR) Certificate and Bahrainization Certificate (employment of Bahraini manpower). For SMEs, obtain an SME Classification Certificate from the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Tourism for 10% preference .
- Step 3: Search & Download Tender Documents (وثائق المناقصة):-Browse open tenders on our platform or directly on the eTendering portal. Download the tender documents (specifications, terms, conditions) often called كراسة الشروط (specifications booklet).
- Step 4: Prepare Your Bid (تحضير العطاء):-Prepare your technical and financial proposal. Include the required Initial Bond (خطاب ضمان ابتدائي) (1% of tender value or minimum BD 100) in the form of a certified cheque, bank guarantee or insurance policy .
- Step 5: Submit Your Bid (تقديم العطاء):-Submit bids online through the eTendering system. Physical submission may also be accepted. Bids must be submitted Sunday to Wednesday, 8:00 AM to 1:30 PM .
- Step 6: Attend Bid Opening (افتتاح العطاءات):-Bid openings are broadcast live online every Thursday. Prices can be viewed on the Tender Board's website after opening .
Current Active Tenders in Bahrain
Our database currently contains 1600+ active tenders (مناقصات نشطة) from Bahrain, updated daily from the Tender Board Bahrain and other official sources. Based on 2024-2025 data:
- Oil and gas supply contracts:-BAPCO and Tatweer Petroleum opportunities
- Infrastructure and construction projects:-Ministry of Works and Ministry of Housing
- Healthcare and medical equipment supply:-Ministry of Health tenders
- Information technology and egovernment services:-Digital transformation projects
- Facilities management and maintenance contracts:-Service sector opportunities
- Food and general supply tenders:-Including SME opportunities with 10% preference
- Electricity and water projects:-EWA infrastructure and maintenance
Search for Bahrain tenders using local keywords: مناقصة (munāqasah), عطاء (`atā'), مزایدة (muzāyadah), مشتريات (mushtarayāt) or Appel d'offres. Contact our team for personalised assistance or register now to get daily email alerts for Bahrain opportunities in Arabic, English or French.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Tender Board Bahrain (مجلس المناقصات والمزايدات) is the independent regulator of government procurement practices in the Kingdom of Bahrain, established in 2002 by Legislative Decree No. 36 . All public tenders valued over BHD 10,000 ($26,595) must be published through the BTB. The board ensures fairness, transparency and equal opportunity (تكافؤ الفرص) for all bidders and broadcasts bid openings live online every Thursday . In 2024, the board awarded 2,032 tenders worth BHD 2.12 billion . Register now to access all BTB tenders.
Bahraini law specifies several tender types : مناقصة عامة (Public Tender) - Open to all qualified suppliers, advertised in newspapers and online. مناقصة محلية (Local Tender) - Restricted to suppliers authorized to do business in Bahrain. مناقصة دولية (International Tender) - Open to international suppliers not registered in Bahrain, who must register within 30 days of award. GCC companies are treated as national companies. مزایدة (Auction) - For government asset sales. Search for your preferred type using our country filter. Contact us for guidance on which tender type suits your business.
The eTendering System (نظام المناقصات الإلكترونية) at etendering.tenderboard.gov.bh is Bahrain's online procurement portal launched in 2012 . It allows suppliers to register, download tender documents (تحميل وثائق المناقصة), submit bids (تقديم العطاءات) and view bid openings online . Currently, 86.9% of tenders are published through this system . Local and international vendors can register. For registration assistance, contact the Tender Board helpdesk at helpdesk@tenderboard.gov.bh or call +97317566617 .
Yes (نعم). International companies can register on the eTendering System and bid on Bahrain tenders, particularly مناقصات دولية (international tenders) . The Tender Board works with local, regional and international contractors and suppliers . For international tenders, foreign companies not registered in Bahrain must complete registration within 30 days of award . The market is open: 12,547 companies are now registered, a 9.8% increase from 2023 . Register now to access international opportunities in Bahrain.
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) registered with the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Tourism receive a 10% preference in the financial evaluation stage when submitting an SME Classification Certificate (شهادة تصنيف مؤسسة صغيرة ومتوسطة) with their bid . This gives SMEs a significant competitive advantage. In 2024, 294 government tenders were allocated to SMEs with a total value of BD 5.8 million, benefiting 136 SMEs . The SME certificate can be obtained through the SME Registration System on the ministry's website. Register now to find SME-eligible tenders in Bahrain.
Most Bahrain tenders require an Initial Bond (خطاب ضمان ابتدائي) or bid bond (عطاء الضمان) of 1% of the tender value or minimum BD 100 (whichever is less) . For two-envelope tenders, the specified bond amount applies. The bond can be in the form of a certified cheque (شيك مصدق), bank guarantee (ضمان بنكي) or insurance policy (وثيقة تأمين) valid for the tender duration. The bond is returned to unsuccessful bidders. Missing or incorrect bid bond documents are a common reason for bid rejection. Contact us for guidance on bid bond requirements for specific tenders.
Bids (العطاءات) must be submitted to the Tender Board from Sunday to Wednesday, between 8:00 AM and 1:30 PM (Bahrain time) . The official working week in Bahrain is Sunday to Thursday (Friday and Saturday are the weekend). Bids received after the specified closing time will not be accepted. The Tender Board processes 98% of requests within 14 days or less, with 85.2% completed within one week .
Yes (نعم). The Tender Board Bahrain broadcasts live bid openings (البث المباشر للمناقصات) online every Thursday. You can view the opening prices live via the "Live Opening" eService on the Tender Board's website (www.tenderboard.gov.bh) . Bid openings are conducted in the presence of the Bid Opening Committee (لجنة فتح العطاءات), purchasing authority representatives and supplier representatives to ensure complete transparency (الشفافية الكاملة) .
BAPCO (Bahrain Petroleum Company) and Tatweer Petroleum tenders are published through the Tender Board Bahrain (BTB) system. On our platform, use the country filter (Bahrain) and search for "BAPCO" or "Tatweer" or "نفط" (oil) to find all related opportunities. In H1 2025 alone, BD 696 million in oil sector contracts were awarded . Tatweer Petroleum ranked first in awarded tenders with BD 149.8 million, followed by BAPCO with BD 105.9 million . Premium users can set up daily email alerts (تنبيهات البريد الإلكتروني) for oil and gas tenders. Create your account to start tracking oil and gas opportunities today.
The Tender Board achieved BD 485.6 million ($1.29 billion) in financial savings in 2023 alone through competitive pricing and the eTendering system . These savings come from receiving multiple competitive bids (عطاءات تنافسية) through the eTendering system, especially for public tenders (مناقصات عامة). In 2024, the board received 5,554 bids from registered suppliers, a 15% increase from 2023 . This high competition benefits buyers with better prices and gives bidders a fair chance to win. Register now to start bidding and take advantage of this competitive market.