Oman Launches Major Education Infrastructure Expansion
In a significant step toward strengthening national education, Oman’s Ministry of Education has officially announced a design-and-build tender for 12 new government schools across multiple governorates. This initiative directly supports the country’s Vision 2040 goals, which emphasize accessibility to high-quality learning environments.
🏗️ Project Highlights
According to a Zawya report, the schools will be distributed across:
- Muscat
- Al Dakhiliyah
- North and South Al Batinah
- North and South Al Sharqiyah
- Dhofar
Each school will feature 40 classrooms, accommodating primary through secondary levels, along with laboratories, sports areas, admin spaces, and support facilities.
⏳ Timeline
- Tender launched: April 21, 2025
- Bid deadline: Early July 2025
- Award date: October 2025
- Project completion: March 2028
🏫 Four New Schools Already Under Construction
According to Times of Oman, construction work is actively underway at four schools in the Muscat governorate valued at over OMR 14 million (US $36 million).
Each project includes:
- Classroom blocks
- Admin offices
- Multi-purpose halls
- Sports facilities
These new institutions are scheduled for completion within the next academic year.
🎯 Aligned with Oman Vision 2040
These developments reflect Oman’s broader strategy under Vision 2040, promoting:
- Equitable access to education
- Sustainable and modern construction practices
- Infrastructure development in both urban and rural areas
🚀 What It Means for Suppliers and Contractors
This education expansion presents opportunities for:
- Contractors bidding on large-scale, multi-site design-build tenders
- Plywood and timber suppliers offering durable, climate-suited materials for school infrastructure
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