Noanadi Embankment Strengthening Tender Issued by Assam Government
The Assam Government has issued a tender for Noanadi embankment strengthening and anti-erosion works in Darrang district.
The Government of Assam, through the Chief Engineer of the Department of Water Resources (DoWR), has issued an active tender for civil infrastructure works focusing on flood control and river embankment strengthening in the Darrang district. The contract involves raising and strengthening the right bank (R/B) embankment of the Noanadi river from Bezpara to National Highway 15 (NH15). The scope includes implementing anti-erosion measures at various vulnerable reaches along this embankment, as well as channel cutting activities near the Garakhiya Mandir area to improve water flow and reduce flood risks.
The project is a government-led initiative geared towards enhancing riverbank stability and safeguarding local communities from flood damage. The tender has a substantial estimated value of approximately ₹8.01 crore, reflecting the complexity and scale of the civil works required. The expected work period is 450 days, highlighting the comprehensive nature of construction and erosion control efforts planned.
This tender, referenced as DARRANG/2026-27/RIDF XXXII/I and identified under tender ID 2026_DoWR_54684_1, was published on 29 October 2026 and remains open for bidding until 12 November 2026, when bids will also be opened. It is categorized under Roads / Civil Works and specifically pertains to irrigation and water resources infrastructure managed by the Chief Engineer of DoWR. The earnest money deposit (EMD) is set at ₹16.01 lakh, with a tender fee of ₹20,000.
No pre-bid meeting has been announced, and no direct official tender webpage or document download link is provided in this notification. This active tender stands as a clear government procurement for important built-environment works aimed at flood mitigation and riverbank restoration.
| Tender ID | 2026_DoWR_54684_1 |
|---|---|
| Tender Reference | DARRANG/2026-27/RIDF XXXII/I |
| Issuing Authority | Government of Assam |
| Authority Type | State |
| Project Category | Civil Works |
| Location | DARRANG, Assam |
| Estimated Value | ₹8.0068 Crore |
| Citizen Benefit | Not stated |
| Contract Type | Works |
| Submission Deadline | 2026-11-12 |
| Pre-Bid Meeting | Not Applicable |
| Document Fee | 20,000 |
| EMD | 16,01,360 |
| Issued Under Scheme | Standalone |
| Tender Portal Link | Not stated |
The tender addresses critical infrastructure directly affecting the safety and livelihoods of communities in Darrang district, Assam. Strengthening the Noanadi river’s embankment and incorporating anti-erosion measures help prevent seasonal flooding, which can cause loss of life, damage to homes, farmland, and public infrastructure. By mitigating erosion and improving river channel capacity near inhabited areas such as Garakhiya Mandir, the project aims to safeguard agricultural lands and residential areas from frequent water encroachments.
Flood control infrastructure like this plays a vital role in maintaining regional stability and resilience against natural disasters. It supports local farmers by protecting productive agricultural zones and reduces the economic burdens that result from flood damage repairs. The tender’s emphasis on physical civil works within the public water resource domain marks a direct investment in durable public safety infrastructure. Citizens benefit from reduced flood risk, improved environmental management, and enhanced protection of transport routes such as NH15, which is crucial for regional connectivity and commerce.
Overall, the project represents an essential government effort to fortify water infrastructure, contributing to better disaster preparedness and improved quality of life in Assam’s flood-prone areas.
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