WORKS CONTRACT FORECAST

Multi-sector Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Initiatives in the State of Gujarat after the Earthquake
State of Gujarat, India

1. Publication reference
AKF/IND/ 01/03

2. Procedure
Open Local Tender

3. Programme
ALA

4. Financing
Financing Agreement No. IND/AIDCO/2001/0301-2

5. Contracting authority
Aga Khan Foundation, New Delhi India

6. Contract description
As part of the Multi-sector rehabilitation and reconstruction initiatives in the State of Gujarat after the Earthquake (IND/AIDCO/2001/0301-2) bids are invited for the construction of a one storey, 50,000 square feet reinforced cement concrete (RCC) school in Mundra, Kutch District, Gujarat. The structure will incorporate seismic resistant features and will include state-of-the-art education and sports facilities. The school will cater to a total student strength of 500 (primary & secondary).

7. Indicative number and titles of Lots
One Tender (all items)

8. Intended timing of publication
The procurement notice (Bid invitation Notice) will be published in October 2003.

9. Additional information
The procurement notice will be published in local media.

10. Legal basis
Council Regulation (EEC) No. 443/92 of 25 February 1992 on financial and technical assistance to and economic cooperation with, the developing countries in Asia and Latin America (ALA) (OJ NO. L52 27.2.1992,P.1)

Note: No applications or request for further information should be sent at this stage.