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:
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Infrastructure and real estate development
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Energy and industrial expansion
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Aviation and logistics growth
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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.
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