November 3, 2025, in Papua New Guinea
After being awarded a new contract under the Urban Youth Employment Project II (UYEP II), Papua New Guinea has made further progress in bolstering urban infrastructure and youth-focused development. The National Capital District Commission (NCDC) issued the tender, which supports local job opportunities while enhancing community areas and pedestrian access.
On November 3, 2025, the contract was formally published under the reference PG-NCDC-499017-CW-RFQ, signifying a major advancement in the project funded by the World Bank.
Project Synopsis
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Project Name: Project II for Urban Youth Employment
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Project Number: P166420
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Papua New Guinea is the nation
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Finance: World Bank IDA-64050
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Number of Notice: OP00405799
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Method of Procurement: Request for Quotations (RFQ)
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Contract Scope: Lahara Park Redevelopment and Minihi Avenue Footpath Reconstruction, Boroko, Moresby North East
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200-day contract duration
The programme is a component of a larger national initiative to improve urban areas, encourage safety, and provide young people with employment opportunities through infrastructure development initiatives.
Contract Value and Winning Bidder
The winner of the contract was:
Builders in Phoenix (774896)
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Address: Boroko, NCD, PO Box 590
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Papua New Guinea is the nation
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Price of the signed contract: PGK 1,006,390.00
After submitting a competitive and compliant quote that satisfied the technical and financial evaluation criteria, Phoenix Builders was awarded the contract.
Competitive Bidding and Assessments
Numerous local construction companies participated in the procurement process, demonstrating the industry's strong interest in Port Moresby's urban development initiatives.
Assessed Proposals
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Salcon Builders, Inc.
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Initial Bid: PGK 1,017,932.66
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The estimated cost is PGK 1,060,933.73.
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BHC Ltd.
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Initial Bid: PGK 1,026,222.47
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Price Evaluation: PGK 1,026,827.47
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Unsuccessful Bidders
Due to non-compliance with eligibility, two firms were disqualified:
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Builders Garrett Limited
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Contracting Services Ltd. of Talepung
The competitive range of bids supports the openness of the RFQ process and shows active participation in PNG's construction industry.
The Contract's Significance
The restoration of the Minihi Avenue walkway and the revitalisation of Lahara Park are highly valuable to the community. Better public areas improve recreational opportunities, safety, and accessibility - all important aspects of urban resilience. These improvements support UYEP II's objective of giving underprivileged youth meaningful jobs through active participation in public works projects.
As anticipated, the project will:
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Create temporary construction jobs.
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Boost the security of pedestrians in busy areas
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Encourage sustainability in the environment and society
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Improve Boroko's and the surrounding communities' public facilities
UYEP II's Wider Impact
The World Bank supports Papua New Guinea's flagship project, Urban Youth Employment Project II, which aims to reduce urban unemployment and offer training in market-relevant skills. In order to support both urban modernisation and economic empowerment, the programme places a strong emphasis on labor-based activities, apprenticeships, and community infrastructure rehabilitation.
In conclusion,
The contract's award to Phoenix Builders represents a step in the right direction towards improving Port Moresby's public infrastructure and advancing development objectives that are youth-focused. The community can expect noticeable improvements to Lahara Park and pedestrian networks over the course of the 200-day construction project, which will improve urban liveability and job opportunities.
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