The total value of tenders awarded for the implementation of new development projects and supplementary additional works for a number of projects reached OMR 890 million in 2025, compared to OMR 786 million in 2024. These tenders included several infrastructure projects, as well as projects supporting the performance of sectors targeted under the economic diversification strategy, such as tourism and fisheries. A number of tenders were also directed to the health and education sectors, in light of the expansion in school construction and the development of educational and healthcare services and facilities.
Among the most significant tenders awarded in the health sector in 2025 were contracts for the supply of pharmaceuticals, vaccines, sera, and surgical materials to the Ministry of Health; additional works for the tenders to establish a dialysis unit at Al Khabourah Health Complex in North Al Batinah Governorate and the expansion works of Wadi Bani Khalid Hospital; additional works related to the tender for the development, implementation, hosting, and support of the medical fitness examination system; and additional works for the tender to provide engineering consultancy services for the design and supervision of Al Namaa Hospital project in North Al Sharqiyah Governorate.
In the education sector, the tenders included the design and construction of several integrated school buildings across various governorates, the project to implement vocational and technical education in post-basic education (Grades 11 and 12), in addition to other tenders aimed at enhancing educational services.
Development spending continues to play a pivotal role in supporting the performance of diversification sectors. The awarded tenders covered the operation and development of the Oman Business Portal, the project for surveying and discovering fishery resources in the Sea of Oman and the Arabian Sea, the project to establish a multi-purpose port in Masirah Wilayat in South Al Sharqiyah Governorate, the development of Khor Al Bat'h area in the same governorate, the design and implementation of the Najm brand identity development project, additional works for the Aftalqout Viewpoint development project in Dhofar Governorate, the construction of Rustaq City Walkway in South Al Batinah Governorate, the Muttrah Square project, and additional consultancy services for supervision of the Greater Salalah Structural Plan project.
These efforts were complemented by qualitative initiatives to promote the Sultanate of Oman as a global destination for tourism and investment, and to enhance its presence at international events such as the World Travel Market in the United Kingdom, the Arabian Travel Market in the United Arab Emirates, and the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos.
In the roads sector, the tenders included the development of 18 November Road, the dualization of the Empty Quarter Road – Phase One in Al Dhahirah Governorate, the dualization of the Dibba Road in Musandam Governorate, the paving of Saiq Jareen Road and Al Aqeedah, Al Sulaeel, and Al Bateen roads in Al Qabil Wilayat in North Al Sharqiyah Governorate, the remaining works of the Adam–Thumrait dual carriageway project (Part One and Part Three “A"), along with several other road projects.
In line with Oman Vision 2040, which emphasizes enhancing public spending efficiency, project governance, optimal utilization of national resources, and expanding the use of local content, the tendering system witnessed several positive developments in 2025. The Secretariat General of the Tender Board was renamed the Projects, Tenders, and Local Content Authority, with the aim of ensuring the sustainability of the system, enhancing the efficiency of government spending related to projects and public procurement, and transforming local content policies into measurable and traceable institutional procedures.
As part of the outcomes of the National Local Content Lab held last year, 100 development opportunities were identified, including 58 investment opportunities that contribute to enhancing local content, supporting national industries and activities, empowering national talent, and enabling entrepreneurs. In addition, the national “Imdad" Program was launched to empower job seekers and develop national competencies across various sectors. The program adopts eight main strategies for workforce localization, including direct employment programs, training linked to employment, on-the-job training, freelance work platforms, employment sustainability initiatives, industrial training programs, and the “Imdad" professional preparation program.
Furthermore, the announcement of the Local Content Certificate represents a national framework aimed at increasing companies' reliance on local products and services, adopting a long-term strategic approach to developing national capabilities, and building sustainable local partnerships. Indicators announced last year point to tangible progress in improving public spending efficiency, with 96% of government projects adhering to their approved budgets. The adoption of advanced methodologies also contributed to reducing change orders by 30%, accelerating project implementation, and achieving annual savings in government procurement and tenders.