Tender Process Nears Completion for Signature Bridge Over Tinau River
Summary
The tender process for a signature bridge over the Tinau River on the Butwal-Gorusinghe section of the East-West Highway has reached its final stage, with financial proposals from six Chinese companies under review. The project aims to replace capacity pressure on the old bridge while also creating a modern tourist attraction in Butwal.
Key Points
- The Department of Roads is in the final stage of evaluating financial proposals for the Tinau River signature bridge tender.
- Six Chinese companies, including joint ventures with Nepali firms, participated in the international bidding process.
- The government plans to sign the contract before Dashain if the World Bank approves the evaluation report.
- The new 266-meter bridge is planned as both road infrastructure and a tourist attraction, with construction targeted for completion within three years.
