Bangladesh Awards BDT 2.31 Billion Driver Training Contract Under Road Safety Project
02 Feb 2026
Bangladesh has awarded a major road safety contract under the Bangladesh Road Safety Project, reinforcing its commitment to improving commercial driving standards and reducing traffic-related risks nationwide. The contract award notice, published on January 27, 2026, was executed through a Direct Selection procurement method with financing support from the International Development Association (IDA).Contract Scope and DurationThe contract involves non-consultancy services for the delivery of commercial driver training, a core component of Bangladesh’s national road safety reform agenda. The programme aims to enhance professional driving skills, compliance with traffic regulations, and overall road safety outcomes across Bangladesh.The contract is structured for a 36-month duration, allowing for phased training delivery, curriculum implementation, and nationwide capacity building.Awarded Entity and Contract ValueThe contract has been awarded to Bangladesh Road Transport Corporation (BRTC), headquartered in Dhaka.Signed contract value - BDT 2,307,267,800Bid price at opening - BDT 2,495,780,025Procurement reference - SP(BRTA)-04Award notification date - January 26, 2026The evaluated price reflected cost optimisation while meeting all technical and operational requirements set by the procuring authority.Project and Institutional ContextThe Bangladesh Road Safety Project (Project ID: P173019) is financed under IDA Credit No. 70590 and focuses on strengthening institutional capacity, safer driving practices, and improved traffic management. By engaging BRTC - Bangladesh’s national public transport operator - the project leverages existing training infrastructure and operational experience to deliver large-scale impact.Strategic SignificanceThis government contract award is expected to:Improve the quality and professionalism of commercial driversReduce accident rates involving heavy and public transport vehiclesStrengthen national driver training systemsSupport long-term road safety and transport sector reformsConclusionThe award marks a significant milestone in Bangladesh’s road safety procurement efforts, highlighting the government’s focus on skills development as a preventive safety measure. With BRTC leading implementation over the next three years, the initiative is positioned to deliver lasting improvements in driving standards and public safety.#BangladeshContractAward #RoadBangladesh #DriverTrainingProgram #GovernmentContractsBangladesh #ProcurementNews #AwardedTenders #TransportSectorReform #BRTA #WorldBankProjects
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The contract for the Bangladesh Resilient Urban and Territorial Development Project is awarded to Dockyard & Engineering Works Limited for BDT 484.36 million.
29 Oct 2025
Dhaka, bangladesh - 21 October 2025Dockyard & Engineering Works Limited has been given a contract by the World Bank as part of the Bangladesh Resilient Urban and Territorial Development Project (RUTDP). The BDT 484,361,768.08 contract intends to improve Bangladesh's ability to develop cities in a sustainable and climate-resilient manner.Overview of the Contract Title of Project: Resilient Urban and Territorial Development Project in Bangladesh P178985 is the project ID. World Bank as the contracting authority Reference for Procurement: RUTDP/COx/2024-25/W-01 Number of Notice: OP00402577 Value of Contract: BDT 484,361,768.08 Date of Contract: October 21, 2025 Nation: Bangladesh Notice Language: English The scope of the projectThe Government of Bangladesh's objective to improve territorial planning, infrastructure sustainability, and urban resilience is supported by the Bangladesh Resilient Urban and Territorial Development Project (RUTDP).The awarded contract focusses on projects that strengthen climate adaptation strategies, improve disaster preparedness, and upgrade urban infrastructure in priority urban areas. The project supports sustainable urbanisation and equitable regional development while assisting Bangladesh in reducing the effects of flooding, cyclones, and sea level rise.Given BusinessThe chosen contractor is the Bangladesh Navy's state-owned company, Dockyard & Engineering Works Limited. The company is a strategic partner for the successful implementation of the RUTDP because of its vast engineering, construction, and marine infrastructure expertise.The company is a strategic partner for the successful implementation of the RUTDP because of its vast engineering, construction, and marine infrastructure expertise.Strategic SignificanceWith this project, Bangladesh hopes to: Boost the resilience of cities to climate change Make people less susceptible to natural disasters Boost the upkeep and quality of the infrastructure Encourage balanced and decentralised regional development To sum upAn important milestone in the Bangladesh Resilient Urban and Territorial Development Project has been reached with the awarding of this BDT 484 million contract to Dockyard & Engineering Works Limited. The World Bank-backed project will assist communities throughout Bangladesh in creating safer, more adaptable, and sustainable urban environments.Tags:#Bangladesh, #BangladeshTenders, #WorldBankProjects, #BangladeshContractAwards, #ResilientUrbanDevelopment, #TerritorialDevelopmentProject, #Dockyard&EngineeringWorksLimited, #WorldBankBangladesh, #InfrastructureDevelopmenBangladesh, #ClimateResilienceProjects, #BDTContractAwards, #PublicProcurementBangladesh, #EngineeringContracts, #UrbanPlanningBangladesh, #SustainableDevelopmentBangladesh, #DisasterManagmentBangladesh, #ConstructionTendersBangladesh, #RUTDPBangladesh, P178985, OP00402577, #BangladeshGovernmentProjects, #BangladeshDevelopmentInitiatives
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