The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the awarding of a contract to improve a 5.56‑kilometre stretch of the Malabe–Kaduwela Road (B 263) under the National Highways Widening and Improvement Programme.
Following the National Competitive Procurement procedure, eight bids were received.
Based on the recommendation of the High‑Level Procurement Committee, the contract has been awarded to M/s Senarath Engineering (Pvt) Ltd, identified as the substantially responsive lowest bidder.
The project, valued at Rs. 819 million (exclusive of VAT), is expected to enhance connectivity and ease traffic congestion along this busy corridor, supporting regional development and commuter convenience. (Newswire)