Latvia Gives SIA "BINDERS" a β¬23.5 Million Road Resurfacing Contract in Riga
22 Oct 2025
latvia - 10 october, 2025A β¬23.5 million contract for road surface restoration in Riga has been awarded to SIA "BINDERS", marking a major milestone for Latvia's urban infrastructure. The prize, which was announced in the Official Gazette S 195/2025 on October 10, 2025, comes after the capital city's water and sewer network repairs were finished.Core Content:SIA "RΔ«gas Ε«dens", a public enterprise under local authority administration in charge of water-related activities, was awarded the contract, which was named "Road surface restoration after water and sewer network repair works". The winning proposal was the most cost-effective one, and the open tender process stressed price as the only award factor. The project's scope involves resurfacing all of Riga's urban roads that have been damaged by previous utility work (NUTS LV006). The agreement, which was scheduled under contract ID 2025-3.5.3-Ε¦KTD-196, was finalised on September 25, 2025, after SIA "BINDERS" was chosen on August 18, 2025. The procurement complies with the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) and was carried out without EU financing.A medium-sized Latvian operator submitted one of the two tenders that were filed during the competitive procedure. Large-scale road construction firm SIA "BINDERS", with its headquarters in Riga, has a track record of successfully completing urban infrastructure projects in Latvia, including significant resurfacing and civil engineering projects. There were no reports of subcontracting agreements. By increasing road safety, facilitating traffic flow, and prolonging the life of city streets, the contract is anticipated to have a noticeable effect on the local economy. This project will enhance Riga's continuous efforts to modernise urban infrastructure and promote sustainable urban mobility if it is executed precisely.To sum up:It is projected that as construction continues, the improved road surfaces will result in more comfortable commutes and lower city maintenance expenses. The firm may be positioned for future public works projects in Latvia if SIA "BINDERS" is executed successfully. The contract emphasises how crucial public-private cooperation is to the upkeep and modernisation of vital municipal infrastructure.Tags:#Latvia, #Riga, #RoadResurfacing, #SIA BINDERS, #RΔ«gas Ε«dens, #GovernmentContracts, #ContractAward, #TenderResults, #PublicProcurement, #InfrastructureWorks, #RoadRestoration, #AwardedTenders, #CivilEngineering, #UrbanDevelopment
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Municipal SIA βVentspils Reissβ Secures β¬26.7 Million Contract for Public Transport Services in Ventspils
14 Oct 2025
Ventspils, Latvia - October 6, 2025: Ventspils City Municipality has officially awarded a β¬26.74 million contract to Municipal SIA βVentspils Reissβ for the provision of public road transport services across the city and surrounding region. The award, published in the Official Gazette of the European Union (Notice No. 654021-2025), follows an open procedure under the EU Public Procurement Directive 2014/24/EU.Contract OverviewThe agreement covers the operation of public transport services in Ventspils City and the wider Ventspils Region, aligning with the cityβs established public transport route network. The total contract value amounts to β¬26,739,160 (excluding VAT), with the deal concluded on October 2, 2025, following the award decision dated August 29, 2025.The project is not financed by EU funds but falls under the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA), ensuring transparency and adherence to international public procurement standards.According to the published notice, Ventspils Reiss was the sole bidder in the open tender, submitting its offer electronically via Latviaβs national procurement platform.Quality and Sustainability CriteriaThe procurement process prioritized both quality and sustainability. In line with Latviaβs National Green Public Procurement Criteria, Ventspils City Municipality incorporated strategic environmental and social objectives, including: Climate change mitigation measures Green fleet requirements and low-emission standards Certified management systems for environment (ISO 14001), energy efficiency (ISO 50001), and occupational health and safety (ISO 45001) The tender evaluation assigned 42 points to price criteria and 58 points to qualitative aspects, such as: Average age of the bus fleet Driver remuneration standardsOperational planning and route efficiency Implementation of environmental and energy management systemsAbout the Winning Operator: Ventspils ReissMunicipal SIA βVentspils Reissβ, headquartered at Robezu Street 7 in Ventspils, is a medium-sized municipal transport company with decades of experience managing regional and city bus operations. The company is known for maintaining a modern, energy-efficient fleet and providing accessible, safe, and reliable mobility services for Ventspils residents. fleetΒ and providingΒ accessible, safe, and reliable mobility servicesΒ for Ventspils residents.This latest contract reinforces Ventspils Reissβs position as a key public transport operator in western Latvia, ensuring continued local employment and stable service delivery for the next contractual period.Economic and Community ImpactThe awarded tender supports sustainable urban mobility in Ventspils, a priority within Latviaβs broader transport modernization strategy. It is expected to contribute to reduced emissions, better service reliability, and improved working conditions for drivers.For local residents, the renewed contract promises enhanced comfort, punctuality, and environmental performance of public transport, promoting greener commuting alternatives within the city and beyond.Tags: #Latvia #Ventspils #ProcurementNews #ContractAward #PublicTransport #Transportation #GovernmentContracts #GreenProcurement #TenderResults #EUProcurement #SustainableMobility #SmartTransportΒ #BusTransport
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