Mongolia plans to announce 29,931 tenders in 2025, marking a significant year for infrastructure and development. As of now, 4,237 tenders are already issued, reflecting the government’s push for major projects.

🍰 Breakdown of Tenders

Among the tenders issued so far,

• 📦 2,887 focus on procurement of goods, with a total budget of ₮5.2 trillion,
• 🏗️ 1,002 are for construction projects, amounting to ₮1.8 trillion,
• 🫳🏻 346 are for services, allocated ₮204 billion.

Ulaanbaatar, the capital, plays a central role in this development. The city schedules 3,183 tenders this year, with 51% or 1,554 tenders already announced. Major projects include metro development, a cable-stayed bridge, and new highways, signaling an era of rapid urban transformation.

🛣️ Tuul River Expressway: A Delayed Yet Crucial Project

Last Friday, Ulaanbaatar’s authorities plan to open the bidding for the Tuul River expressway. However, the tender opening day postpones to April 1st. This 33 km, 6-lane highway aims to improve traffic flow from east to west, cutting congestion by 13.5% by 2027.

• 💸 The total budget stands at ₮1.9 trillion, with ₮538.6 billion allocated for 2025. City officials set a 24-month deadline for completion, emphasizing the urgency of the project.

🗓️ Upcoming Tender: Connecting Key Roads

On March 28th, another major tender opens for a bridge structure over the Naadamchdiin highway. This project connects the Tuul River expressway to the Airport expressway, further enhancing traffic efficiency. The budget for this initiative is ₮116 billion.

What to Watch… With large-scale projects underway, Mongolians, as the ultimate financers, need to scrutinize tender processes and budget allocations. It’s no secret that tenders can serve political and personal interests. Ensuring transparency in tender selection is the first step toward holding leaders accountable and turning ambitious promises into real development.