MUSCAT: The Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) has announced a major construction tender, calling for bids exclusively from joint venture companies formed between Omani and Saudi firms. The move signals a deepening of cross-border cooperation and is expected to draw significant interest from qualified contractors with proven track records in large-scale infrastructure development. The authority emphasized the need for technical expertise, financial soundness, and compliance with local and international construction standards.
The tender aims to support the ongoing development of infrastructure within the special economic zones, which are central to Oman’s economic diversification strategy. These zones have been strategically developed to attract foreign investment, stimulate exports, and generate employment opportunities, particularly for Omanis. Through this tender, OPAZ seeks to build high-quality facilities that will serve key industries and logistics operations vital to national growth.
Interested joint ventures must meet specific eligibility criteria, including previous experience in similar government-backed projects and demonstration of sound engineering and project management capabilities. Additionally, the tender documents stipulate adherence to environmental and safety regulations aligned with Oman Vision 2040’s sustainability goals. The evaluation process will be transparent, with submissions reviewed by a panel of experts from OPAZ and relevant ministries.
The deadline for bid submission is expected to be announced soon, and companies have been urged to prepare their documentation early. OPAZ reiterated its commitment to fair competition and encouraged all eligible Omani-Saudi partnerships to participate in what could become a landmark project in regional collaboration and infrastructure advancement.
