Conservation Work and Access Road Improvement of Shahr-e Gholghola to Chehel Dukhtaran Ancient Qalah and Access Road Improvement of Zargaran Bala and Zargaran Payeen Valley in Bamiyan, Afghanistan Aziz Ur Raman Tanha - [email hidden]

UNESCO is soliciting bids for a large-scale works project in Bamiyan province, Afghanistan, focused on preserving heritage properties and upgrading informal settlements in Sayed Abad, Zargaran Bala, and Zargaran Payeen villages. The scope of work includes the conservation of the Ancient Qalahh of Chehel Dukhtaran, improvement of access roads from Shahr-e Gholghola to the Qalahh, and the installation of drainage systems. Key construction activities involve stone masonry, Plain Cement Concrete (PCC), boulders, and Reinforced Cement Concrete (RCC). The project is supported by the government of Italy and implemented through UNESCO and UN-Habitat. The contract will be awarded to the lowest priced technically qualified bidder based on criteria including technical capacity, experience, and compliance with specifications. The performance period requires commencement within 45 days of site access, with substantial completion expected within four months. Financial terms include a potential 20% advance payment, with progress payments submitted monthly and final payment processed 30 days after the issuance of a Certificate of Substantial Completion. Contractual obligations include a 10% performance guarantee valid for 12 months post-completion and a 12-month defects liability period. Liability insurance must cover the contract value plus 10%. For delays, liquidated damages are set at 0.35% of the contract price per calendar day, capped at 10%. Bidders must submit their proposals in PDF format via email by November 29, 2026, ensuring all files are under 10MB per email and avoiding third-party file-sharing tools.