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Latest Fibre scrap Tenders in India – Verified Leads & Real-Time Insights by Tender18

Finding the right Fibre scrap tenders in India’s competitive e-procurement ecosystem requires more than just access—it demands accurate data, real-time monitoring, and expert analysis.

At Tender18 Infotech Private Limited, we bring deep industry experience in government procurement to help businesses identify, evaluate, and win Fibre scrap tenders efficiently. With a centralized platform aggregating 1100+ live tenders, we provide a single, trusted source for opportunities from central, state, and PSU departments.


Real-Time Fibre scrap Tender Intelligence & Monitoring

Our advanced dashboard delivers actionable insights and structured tender data, enabling you to make faster and smarter bidding decisions.

We categorize Fibre scrap tenders into:

  • Supply Tenders – BOQs and specifications sourced from GeM and PSUs
  • Service Tenders – NITs and scope of work from CPPP and state portals
  • EPC Projects – Large-scale infrastructure tenders with financial and design data

✔ This structured approach ensures complete transparency and deeper bid analysis before submission.


Comprehensive Sources of Fibre scrap Tenders

Tender18 acts as a centralized gateway by aggregating tenders from trusted and official sources:

  • Central Government Portals – CPPP, NIC, and Government e-Marketplace (GeM)
  • Railways & Transport – IREPS and Metro Rail projects
  • Power & Energy PSUs – NTPC, ONGC, NHPC, PowerGrid
  • Defense & Strategic Sectors – MES and DRDO tenders
  • State e-Procurement Portals – Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, UP, and more

✔ Every listing is verified and regularly updated to maintain data accuracy and trust.


Step-by-Step Guide to Participate in Fibre scrap Tenders

1. Eligibility & Prequalification

Before bidding, ensure compliance with:

  • Financial turnover requirements (30–50% of tender value)
  • Past experience (2–3 similar projects)
  • Valid solvency certificate

2. Mandatory Documentation Checklist

Prepare the following to avoid disqualification:

  • Digital Signature Certificate (Class 3 DSC)
  • GST, PAN, MSME/Udyam registration
  • EMD (Earnest Money Deposit) or exemption proof
  • Technical bid with execution methodology

3. BOQ Analysis & Financial Bidding

The BOQ (Bill of Quantities) is the most critical component:

  • Analyze item-wise pricing
  • Ensure competitive yet sustainable quotes
  • Avoid underbidding risks (L1 pressure)

✔ Expert analysis can significantly improve your bid success ratio.


Why Tender18 is a Trusted Platform for Fibre scrap Tenders

✔ Proven Expertise in Government Procurement

We combine industry knowledge with practical bidding experience.

✔ Verified & Reliable Data

All Fibre scrap tenders are sourced from official portals and cross-checked for accuracy.

✔ Advanced Filtering Tools

Filter tenders by value, EMD, location, and category for precise targeting.

✔ Corrigendum & Update Tracking

Get instant alerts on deadline changes and specification updates.

✔ Historical Data Insights

Analyze past tender results to understand pricing trends and competition.

✔ End-to-End Bidding Support

From discovery to submission, including GeM onboarding and strategy.


Growth of Fibre scrap Sector in 2026

With the Government of India focusing on digital procurement and infrastructure expansion, the Fibre scrap sector has seen significant growth in e-tendering opportunities.

The rise of GeM-based procurement models like:

  • L1 Purchase
  • Direct Procurement
  • MSME-friendly policies

…has made it easier for startups and SMEs to participate and win contracts


Frequently Asked Questions (SEO Optimized)

How can I get daily Fibre scrap tender alerts?

You can register on Tender18 and select your preferred category. You will receive daily email alerts with all new Fibre scrap tenders.

Is EMD mandatory for all Fibre scrap tenders?

No, MSME and Udyam-registered businesses may get exemptions. Always check the NIT for specific conditions.

What is the difference between a Fibre scrap work tender and supply tender?

A supply tender involves delivering goods, while a work tender includes execution, labor, and project completion.

Can I access private Fibre scrap tenders on Tender18?

Yes, we also track major private sector and EPC tenders along with government opportunities.


Get Expert Support for Fibre scrap Tenders

Tender18 is more than a listing platform—we are your strategic partner in winning tenders.

Our services include:

  • Tender discovery & analysis
  • Documentation support
  • Bid strategy & submission
  • GeM registration & OEM onboarding

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T18 Ref No : 16113305
live Tender
Location : ahmedabad , Gujarat
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Agency / Dept : ministry of defence MOD
Tender Value : 0
Due Date : Jul 21, 2026

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T18 Ref No : 15548248
Location : bathinda , punjab

auction or scrap of lot no - 15 lot name - fiber scrap product type - miscellaneous category - fibre scrap or fiber glass scrap fiber scrap , qty (in kgs): 6000 | lot no - 16 lot name - plastic scrap product type - miscellaneous category - plastic plastic scrap , qty (in kgs): 5000 | lot no - 17 lot name - steel scrap product type - metal category - iron and steel steel scrap , qty (in kgs): 5000 | lot no - 18 lot name - steel scrap product type - metal category - iron and steel steel scrap , qty (in kgs): 10000 | lot no - 19 lot name - steel scrap product type - metal category - iron and steel steel scrap , qty (in kgs): 10000 | lot no - 20 lot name - steel scrap product type - metal category - iron and steel steel scrap , qty (in kgs): 10000 | lot no - 21 lot name - steel scrap product type - metal category - iron and steel steel scrap , qty (in kgs): 5000 | lot no - 22 lot name - wooden scrap product type - miscellaneous category - wooden items wooden scrap , qty (in kgs): 5000 | lot no - 23 lot name - wooden scrap product type - miscellaneous category - wooden items wooden scrap , qty (in kgs): 5000 | lot no - 24 lot name - wooden scrap product type - miscellaneous category - wooden items wooden scrap , qty (in kgs): 5000 | lot no - 26 lot name - wooden scrap product type - miscellaneous category - wooden items wooden scrap , qty (in kgs): 5000 | lot no - 27 lot name - wooden scrap product type - miscellaneous category - wooden items wooden scrap , qty (in kgs): 5000 | lot no - 28 lot name - burnt bullet scrap product type - metal category - iron and steel burnt bullet scrap , qty (in kgs): 4000 | lot no - 29 lot name - mix metal scrap product type - metal category - mixed metal scraps mix metal scrap , qty (in kgs): 500 | lot no - 30 lot name - misc brass scrap product type - metal category - brass misc brass scrap , qty (in kgs): 500


Agency / Dept : ministry of defence MOD
Tender Value : 0
Due Date : Jun 01, 2026
T18 Ref No : 15548264
Location : ahmedabad , Gujarat

auction or scrap of lot no - 211 lot name - scrap bs- vi air filter secondary product type - metal category - iron and steel scrap bs-vi air filter secondary lying at brd-900 no srt-570 no | lot no - 217 lot name - scrap filter product type - metal category - aluminium scrap filter lying at brd-2 mt srt-0.5 mt gdr-1 mt | lot no - 225 lot name - scrap brack buster small/half product type - metal category - iron and steel scrap brack buster small/half lying at brc-30 no gdr-10 no | lot no - 226 lot name - scrap plastic barrel 200/205/210 ltr cap product type - container category - barrel/drum scrap plastic barrel 200/205/210 ltr cap lying at brd-9 no | lot no - 228 lot name - scrap fiber pice product type - miscellaneous category - fibre scrap or fiber glass scrap scrap fiber pice lying at srt-3 mt blr-5.1 mt brd-7 mt | lot no - 239 lot name - scrap cloth sawing machine without motor product type - electrical items category - others scrap cloth sawing machine without motor lying at srt-8 no | lot name - scrap rubber guds assoerted product type - miscellaneous category - rubber scrap rubber guds assoerted lying at gdr-1 mt blr-1 mt | lot name - scrap stream full circle bag (fcc) product type - metal category - iron and steel scrap stream full circle bag (fcc) lying at gdr-150 no blr-18 no | lot name - scrap used empty container of tread gum cushion gum & other similer containers. product type - container category - barrel/drum scrap used empty container of tread gum cushion gum & other similer containers. lying at blr-1000 no brc-200 no | lot name - scrap carton cardbord product type - miscellaneous category - paper and related products scrap carton cardbord lying at blr-0.5 mt | lot name - scrap plastic pcs.(plastic papers bage) other plastic materials. product type - miscellaneous category - plastic scrap plastic pcs.(plastic papers bage) other plastic materials. lying at blr-2 mt gdr-1.5 mt | lot name - scrap monitor old product type - electronics items category - compters/peripherals pcb group - e- waste-rule 2022 scrap monitor old lying at blr-1 no | lot name - scrap monitor t.v. type product type - electronics items category - compters/peripherals pcb group - e- waste-rule 2022 scrap monitor t.v. type lying at brc-1 no | lot name - scrap computer mouse product type - electronics items category - compters/peripherals pcb group - e- waste-rule 2022 scrap computer mouse lying at srt-20 no gdr-38 no | lot no - 232 lot name - scrap battery cut off switch product type - electrical items category - others scrap battery cut off switch lying at blr-150 no | lot name - scrap induction motor 1 hp product type - electrical items category - others scrap induction motor 1 hp lying at blr-3 no


Due Date : May 30, 2026

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T18 Ref No : 15548266
Location : ahmedabad , Gujarat

auction or scrap of lot no - 223 lot name - scrap el. portable drill machine plastic body product type - metal category - iron and steel scrap el. portable drill machine plastic body lying at bvn-30 no | lot no - 224 lot name - scrap lezytong (alum. handle) product type - metal category - aluminium scrap lezytong (alum. handle) lying at bvn-30 no | lot no - 228 lot name - scrap fiber pice product type - miscellaneous category - fibre scrap or fiber glass scrap scrap fiber pice lying at jmn-2 mt bhuj-2 mt | lot no - 228 lot name - scrap fiber pice product type - miscellaneous category - fibre scrap or fiber glass scrap scrap fiber pice lying at rjt-7 mt | lot no - 228 lot name - scrap fiber pice product type - miscellaneous category - fibre scrap or fiber glass scrap scrap fiber pice lying at bvn-5.5 mt | lot no - 239 lot name - scrap cloth sawing machine without motor product type - electrical items category - others scrap cloth sawing machine without motor lying at bvn-5 no rjt-4 no | lot name - scrap sintex tank (5000 liter) product type - container category - barrel/drum scrap sintex tank (5000 liter) lying at bhuj-6 no | lot name - scrap sintex tank (3000 liter) product type - container category - barrel/drum scrap sintex tank (3000 liter) lying at bhuj-1 no | lot name - scrap printer cartridg product type - metal category - aluminium scrap printer cartridg lying at bhuj-30 no | lot name - scrap rubber guds assoerted product type - miscellaneous category - rubber scrap rubber guds assoerted lying at rjt-3 mt | lot name - scrap stream full circle bag (fcc) product type - metal category - iron and steel scrap stream full circle bag (fcc) lying at aml-70 no rjt-70 no | lot name - scrap plastic pcs.(plastic papers bage) other plastic materials. product type - miscellaneous category - plastic scrap plastic pcs.(plastic papers bage) other plastic materials. lying at rjt-5 mt aml-2 mt | lot name - scrap monitor old product type - electronics items category - compters/peripherals pcb group - e- waste-rule 2022 scrap monitor old lying at rjt-6 no | lot name - scrap monitor t.v. type product type - electronics items category - compters/peripherals pcb group - e- waste-rule 2022 scrap monitor t.v. type lying at bvn-4 no jnd-2 no aml-7 no | lot name - scrap computer mouse product type - electronics items category - compters/peripherals pcb group - e- waste-rule 2022 scrap computer mouse lying at bvn-100 no jnd-78 no | lot no - 224 lot name - scrap lazytong (brass handle) product type - metal category - brass scrap lazytong (brass handle) lying at bvn-7 no | lot no - 228 lot name - scrap fiber pice product type - miscellaneous category - fibre scrap or fiber glass scrap scrap fiber pice lying at jnd-13.5 mt | lot no - 232 lot name - scrap battery cut off switch product type - electrical items category - others scrap battery cut off switch lying at rjt-43 no bvn-35 no | lot name - scrap bvc empty barrel (30 liter) product type - container category - barrel/drum scrap bvc empty barrel (30 liter) lying at aml-400 no | lot name - scrap induction motor 1 hp product type - electrical items category - others scrap induction motor 1 hp lying at rjt-25 no | lot name - scrap ele. alluminium cable wire product type - metal category - aluminium scrap ele. alluminium cable wire lying at bhuj-0.5 mt


Due Date : May 30, 2026
T18 Ref No : 15548268
Location : ahmedabad , Gujarat

auction or scrap of lot no - 228 lot name - scrap fiber pice product type - miscellaneous category - fibre scrap or fiber glass scrap scrap fiber pice lying at msn-3 mt ndd-1.5 mt cwa-4 mt hmt-0.1 mt abd-2 mt pln-7 mt | lot name - polypropyline round block drg product type - metal category - iron and steel polypropyline round block drg lying at cwa-990 no | lot name - m.s. 'u' bolt 16*280m product type - metal category - iron and steel m.s. u bolt 16*280m lying at cwa-128 no | lot name - m.s. 'u' bolt 16*370m product type - metal category - iron and steel m.s. u bolt 16*370m lying at cwa-33 no | lot name - m.s. round head rivet product type - metal category - iron and steel m.s. round head rivet lying at cwa-0.154 mt | lot name - m.s. round head solid rivet 6.25 product type - metal category - iron and steel m.s. round head solid rivet 6.25 lying at cwa-0.074 mt | lot name - pin revet for perment lock male product type - metal category - iron and steel pin revet for perment lock male lying at cwa-0.06 mt | lot name - pin revet for perment lock female product type - metal category - iron and steel pin revet for perment lock female lying at cwa-0.02 mt | lot name - grill bracket ms flat 50*06mm product type - metal category - iron and steel grill bracket ms flat 50*06mm lying at cwa-200 no | lot name - allu alloy 5% silicon w.rod 1/8" product type - metal category - aluminium allu alloy 5% silicon w.rod 1/8 lying at cwa-0.068 mt | lot name - m.s. bottem bush product type - metal category - iron and steel m.s. bottem bush lying at cwa-0.05 mt | lot name - stopper (m.s.) product type - metal category - iron and steel stopper (m.s.) lying at cwa-0.01 mt | lot name - scrap plastic empty carba 35/50 ltr's product type - container category - barrel/drum sub category - plastic barrel/drum scrap plastic empty carba 35/50 ltrs lying at cwa-30 no | lot name - scrap wooden cases product type - miscellaneous category - wooden items scrap wooden cases lying at cwa-20 mt | lot no - 232 lot name - scrap battery cut off switch product type - electrical items category - others scrap battery cut off switch lying at msn-60 no | lot name - scrap alluminium wire product type - metal category - aluminium scrap alluminium wire lying at hmt-0.180 mt | lot name - scrap weighing machine (300 kg capacity) product type - metal category - iron and steel scrap weighing machine (300 kg capacity) lying at hmt-6 no ndd-10 no | lot name - flaxible round pvc pipe product type - miscellaneous category - plastic flaxible round pvc pipe lying at cwa-0.019 mt | lot name - scrap used empty m.s. drums 10/15/20 ltr's product type - container category - barrel/drum sub category - ms barrel/drum scrap used empty m.s. drums 10/15/20 ltrs lying at cwa-1200 no | lot name - scrap 3 hp induction motor with stand product type - electrical items category - others scrap 3 hp induction motor with stand lying at hmt-3 no | lot name - scrap 3 hp induction motor with pump product type - electrical items category - others scrap 3 hp induction motor with pump lying at hmt-2 no | lot name - scrap 5 hp induction motor with pulley product type - electrical items category - others scrap 5 hp induction motor with pulley lying at hmt-7 no | lot name - scrap monitor t.v. type product type - electronics items category - compters/peripherals pcb group - e- waste-rule 2022 scrap monitor t.v. type lying at pln-34 no hmt-26 no


Due Date : May 30, 2026
T18 Ref No : 15568251

auction or scrap of lot no - 0005965013 lot name - steel scrap product type - metal category - iron and steel steel scrap (steel carrier all type with fitments) total weight (in kgs approx)- 10,000 | lot no - 0005965048 lot name - steel scrap product type - metal category - iron and steel steel scrap (steel carrier all type with fitments) total weight (in kgs approx)- 10,000 | lot no - 0005965076 lot name - steel scrap product type - metal category - iron and steel steel scrap (steel carrier all type with fitments) total weight (in kgs approx)- 10,000 | lot no - 0005965179 lot name - steel scrap product type - metal category - iron and steel steel scrap (steel carrier all type with fitments) total weight (in kgs approx)- 10,000 | lot no - 0006052447 lot name - alluminium alloy scrap product type - metal category - aluminium alluminium alloy scrap (fcc 84 mm ) total weight (in kgs approx)-1000 | lot no - 0006052288 lot name - burnt brass scrap product type - metal category - brass burnt brass scrap (burnt saa all types) total weight (in kgs approx)-1000 | lot no - 0006052262 lot name - mazak scrap product type - metal category - other metals - mazak scrap mazak scrap (all types of caps) total weight (in kgs approx)-1000 | lot no - 0006052265 lot name - mazak scrap product type - metal category - other metals - mazak scrap mazak scrap (all types of caps) total weight (in kgs approx)-1000 | lot no - 0006052271 lot name - plastic scrap product type - miscellaneous category - plastic plastic contaiiner 81mm & 84mm mor with fitment) total weight (in kgs approx)-5000 | lot no - 0006057482 lot name - fiber scrap product type - miscellaneous category - fibre scrap or fiber glass scrap fiber scrap total weight (in kgs approx)-2000


Tender Value : 0
Due Date : Jun 03, 2026

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Every year, central and state government departments release thousands of high-value contracts specifically dedicated to Fibre Scrap. Whether it involves bulk material supply, executing specialized operational services, or end-to-end turnkey project execution, the demand for capable vendors in the Fibre Scrap sector is massive.

At Tender18, we help businesses cut through the noise and exclusively target the exact work categories they specialize in. Instead of browsing through generic procurement sites, our platform isolates high-potential opportunities that match your specific industry capabilities.

Work Dynamics in the Fibre Scrap Sector

Government requirements for this specific vertical generally fall into distinct procurement patterns:

  • Product & Material Supply: Tenders focused strictly on sourcing, testing, and delivering high-quality items that meet the exact technical specifications of the buyer.
  • Service Level Agreements (SLAs): Long-term hiring of expert agencies for routine maintenance, manpower deployment, or continuous operational management.
  • Execution & Turnkey Projects: Comprehensive contracts where the bidder is responsible for everything from raw material procurement to final site installation and testing.

By focusing purely on your core strength in Fibre Scrap, you can build a highly profitable and stable pipeline of government clients.

Stop wasting time filtering through irrelevant notices. Our Fibre Scrap Tender Information Service is engineered for precision. We track exact product codes, service names, and specialized work terms across all government portals nationwide. When a buyer publishes a requirement that matches your specific business profile, our system alerts you instantly.

Deep Technical Insights & Documentation For Fibre Scrap Tenders

Bidding for specific works requires studying strict technical parameters. We provide immediate access to the core documents you need to evaluate the project:

  • Detailed Specifications & Drawings: Download the exact engineering guidelines, material testing standards, and quality benchmarks demanded by the buyer for Fibre Scrap.
  • Financial BOQ Spreadsheets: Access the official blank pricing formats where you need to input your unit rates, tax configurations, and total bid value.
  • Real-Time Technical Amendments: If the buying department changes the product specifications, alters the service scope, or shifts the delivery timeline, we instantly update the parent file so you are never caught off-guard.

Winning a contract for Fibre Scrap depends entirely on how perfectly your technical capabilities match the buyer’s demands. Even if you have the best product or service, a poorly formatted document or a missing compliance certificate will lead to instant technical rejection. Tender18’s Tender Bidding Service eliminates this risk by taking complete ownership of your digital submission.

Flawless Compliance & Portal Execution For Fibre Scrap Tenders

Under this service, Tender18 assigns a Dedicated Experienced Technical Person to your profile. This expert handles the heavy lifting of the entire bidding cycle:

  • Capability Mapping: We thoroughly cross-check your past completion certificates, ISO standard proofs, and financial turnover against the strict eligibility criteria required for Fibre Scrap bids.
  • Secure System Integration: Our technical desk seamlessly links your Class III Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) with the required e-procurement servers to securely encrypt your technical and financial envelopes.
  • Error-Free Financial Uploads: We audit your quoted BOQ pricing sheets for any formula or formatting errors before the final upload, ensuring your bid is successfully locked before the portal's closing hours.

Government buyers are aggressively using the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) for the direct procurement of Fibre Scrap. If your business profile is not accurately mapped on this portal, you remain practically invisible to these purchasing officers. Recognized as a trusted and expert GeM consultant, Tender18 offers specialized support to build, optimize, and maintain a highly visible vendor account for your business.

With an industry-leading support success ratio of over 95%, we handle the complex marketplace compliance so you can focus entirely on executing your orders

Expert Profile Management & Catalogue

Our dedicated consultants ensure your GeM presence is structurally perfect:

  • Precise Catalogue Listing: We upload and categorize your specific offerings under the exact search terms and parameters used by government buyers looking for Fibre Scrap, ensuring maximum search visibility.
  • OEM Dashboard & Assessment: For original manufacturers and creators, we guide you through the mandatory Quality Council of India (QCI) vendor assessments to successfully unlock your official OEM panel.
  • Profile Compliance & Caution Money: We manage your statutory documentation, brand approvals, and caution money limits to keep your account immune from technical suspensions.

Strategic Live Bid Participation

Beyond setup, we actively drive your market participation. Our team expertly handles the digital paperwork and rate configurations for GeM Custom Bids and Reverse Auctions (RA) related to Fibre Scrap, maximizing your chances of securing L1 status.

1.

How do I find government contracts exclusively matching my work in Fibre Scrap?

The easiest way is through the Tender18 platform. Instead of searching department by department, our system uses advanced keyword matching to gather all live supply, service, and execution tenders related directly to your core business in one place.

2.

Do I need specific testing or quality certificates to apply for these contracts?

It heavily depends on the nature of the work. For supply contracts, buyers often ask for ISO certifications, BIS marks, or specific lab testing reports. For service contracts, they may ask for labor licenses or past performance certificates (work orders).

3.

What is a BOQ and why is it important for my bid?

The Bill of Quantities (BOQ) is the official financial Excel sheet where you enter your competitive prices. Any mistake in this file—like adding extra rows, changing formulas, or saving it in the wrong format—will cause the portal server to reject your entire bid.

4.

Are samples required to be submitted physically before the digital bid opens?

For many product-based Fibre Scrap tenders, buying departments do ask bidders to submit physical samples to their office before the digital technical evaluation date. This requirement is always clearly mentioned in the official NIT document.

5.

How does the Dedicated Tender Expert from Tender18 help me?

Our assigned expert manages your total portal compliance. They extract the hidden rules from long tender PDFs, create a precise document checklist for your team, map your digital signature, and securely upload your technical and financial files onto the government servers.

6.

What is the role of a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)?

A Class III DSC is a secure USB device that contains your digital identity. You cannot upload a bid without it. It is used to securely encrypt and lock your sensitive price data and technical documents so no one can view them before the official opening date.

7.

As an MSME, can I get financial benefits when bidding for Fibre Scrap?

Yes, the government strongly supports MSMEs. By uploading a valid Udyam Registration Certificate in the technical envelope, small businesses are frequently exempted from paying the initial Tender Document Fee and the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD).

8.

Why should I list my services or products on GeM for this category?

GeM is now the primary digital marketplace for all government agencies. If you are properly cataloged for Fibre Scrap, officers can view your profile and generate direct purchase orders or invite you to participate in exclusive Custom Bids.

9.

What makes Tender18 a reliable GeM support partner?

As a highly trusted and expert GeM consultant, Tender18 holds a proven support success ratio of over 95%. From flawless profile creation and complex catalogue mapping to OEM panel approvals and live Reverse Auction (RA) support, we handle it all seamlessly.

10.

What does "L1" mean in these government contracts?

"L1" stands for "Lowest Bidder 1". In government procurement, after all technical envelopes are approved, the financial sheets (BOQs) are opened. The bidder who has quoted the lowest compliant price for Fibre Scrap is declared L1 and is generally awarded the contract