Bahrain Awards $3 Billion in Government Contracts Across Key Sectors in 2025
09 Feb 2026
Bahrain’s public procurement activity reached a major milestone in 2025, with the Kingdom’s Tender Board announcing the award of government tenders worth USD 3 billion during the first nine months of the year. The announcement was made at the Gateway Gulf 2025 Investment Forum in Manama, underscoring Bahrain’s commitment to economic diversification and infrastructure growth. Overview of Bahrain’s Procurement Activity Between January and September 2025, the Tender Board awarded 1,538 government contracts, covering a wide range of industries including services, construction, energy, aviation, and materials supply. The figures highlight the continued momentum of Bahrain’s public procurement pipeline, positioning the Kingdom as an active hub for infrastructure investment and international business participation. Sector Breakdown of Awarded Tenders The procurement data reveals strong activity across five major sectors: Services, Auctions, and Investment The Services, Tenders, and Investment sector emerged as the largest contributor by value, accounting for approximately USD 1.1 billion in awarded contracts. This category includes large-scale service agreements, public-private initiatives, and investment-related procurement. Construction and Engineering Consultancy Infrastructure development remains a key national priority, with the construction and engineering consultancy sector receiving around USD 835 million in contract awards. The figure reflects continued progress in real estate, transport, and public infrastructure projects across Bahrain. Oil and Energy Sector The oil sector generated contracts worth approximately USD 460 million, reinforcing the Kingdom’s ongoing investment in energy infrastructure and upstream and downstream operations. Aviation and Airport Development Contracts valued at roughly USD 353 million were awarded in the aviation sector, highlighting the strategic importance of Bahrain International Airport and the country’s role as a regional logistics and aviation hub. Materials and Equipment Procurement The materials and equipment sector accounted for approximately USD 249 million, supporting the supply chain requirements of major infrastructure and industrial projects. Government Commitment to Transparent Procurement Jamal Abdulaziz Al Alawi, Secretary General of the Tender Board, emphasized the importance of the milestone, noting that the high volume of awarded tenders reflects Bahrain’s commitment to transparent and efficient government procurement. He highlighted that the contracts span diverse sectors and demonstrate the Kingdom’s dedication to strengthening the domestic business environment while attracting international vendors through competitive tendering processes. Strategic Importance for Bahrain’s Economy The $3 billion procurement pipeline signals strong public investment in: Infrastructure and real estate development Energy and industrial expansion Aviation and logistics growth Public services and private sector partnerships The announcement reinforces Bahrain’s strategy to drive economic growth, job creation, and foreign investment through active government contracting. Outlook for Future Tenders With strong procurement activity already recorded in 2025, Bahrain is expected to continue issuing major tenders across infrastructure, energy, and service sectors as part of its long-term economic development agenda. #ContractAward #TenderResults #ProcurementNews #Bahrain #GovernmentContracts #InfrastructureProjects #ConstructionTenders #OilAndGas #AviationProjects #MiddleEastInfrastructure #PublicProcurement
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Consortium Led by Jan De Nul Wins BHD 120.25 Million Bahrain Customs Area Dredging and Reclamation Contract
28 Oct 2025
Manama, Bahrain - 17 july 2025 A consortium consisting of Jan De Nul NV, Dredging International N.V., Boskalis Westminster Contracting Limited, and Abu Dhabi Marine Dredging Co W.L.L. has been granted a BHD 120,251,572.96 contract by the Kingdom of Bahrain's Ministry of Works for the New Customs Area Reclamation and Dredging Works.The massive marine infrastructure contract supports government efforts to improve trade logistics and customs capacity and is one of Bahrain's most important reclamation projects in recent years.Overview of the Contract Title of Project: Dredging and Reclamation of the New Customs Area Contracting Authority: Bahrain's Ministry of Works Value of Contract: 120,251,572.96 BHD Date of Contract: July 17, 2025 Reference No. for Notice: SPD-24/0021 Type of Tender: Request for Proposals, or RFP Sector/Category: Marine Works/Construction Bahrain is the project's location. Project ExtentThe awarded works include the construction of a new customs area next to the King Fahd Causeway, west of the current Jasrah coast. The project consists of: Approximately 775,880 square metres of land will be dredged and reclaimed. The reclaimed area is secured through shore protection efforts. Managing 3.2 million cubic metres of fill material, according to estimates The project will improve trade between the Kingdom and its neighbouring Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations by building essential infrastructure for Bahrain's customs operations.Consortium AwardThe project will be carried out by a well-known global partnership: (Belgium) Jan De Nul Limited Belgium's Dredging International N.V. Netherlands-based Boskalis Westminster Contracting Limited The UAE's Abu Dhabi Marine Dredging Co. W.L.L. The consortium ensures effective project delivery and adherence to international environmental and engineering standards by combining vast regional and international experience in dredging, marine construction, and coastal protection.Strategic SignificanceThis project is a component of Bahrain's maritime development and infrastructure expansion plan, which aims to improve port connectivity, trade competitiveness, and logistics efficiency.It is anticipated that the new customs area will: Expand the capacity for customs handling bolster the infrastructure for import/export As part of Bahrain Vision 2030, encourage economic diversification. In conclusionBahrain's continued investment in vital coastal and maritime infrastructure is demonstrated by the awarding of this BHD 120 million marine works contract. By working with top-tier dredging and reclamation companies, the Ministry of Works keeps strengthening the Kingdom's position as a regional centre for trade and logistics in the Gulf.Tags:#Bahrain, #BahrainTenders, #BahrainContractAwards, #MinistryOfWorksBahrain, #JanDeNulNV, #DredgingInternational, #BoskalisWestminster, #AbuDhabiMarineDredging, #BahrainReclamationProjects, #MarineWorksTenders, #DredgingContracts, #CoastalProtectionBahrain, #ConstructionTendersBahrain, #InfrastructureDevelopmentBahrain, #CustomAreaProjectBahrain, #BahrainRFPResults, #GCCInfrastructure, #MaritimeEngineeringBahrain, #BahrainPublicProcurement, #TransportServisesProjects, #BahrainVision2030, #BahrainMarineConstruction
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