How to set up a Construction business in Bangladesh
We help construction companies and contractors with incorporation, enlistment with government agencies, e-GP registration, tender compliance, construction contracts, site-safety obligations and payment disputes.
Public works, private projects and the contracts behind them
Construction in Bangladesh ranges from private buildings to large public infrastructure procured by bodies such as PWD, LGED, RHD and city corporations. Contractors bidding for public works must usually be enlisted with the procuring agency and registered on the e-GP system.
Construction businesses also carry significant obligations on building standards, worker safety and environmental protection — and are frequently involved in disputes over variations, delay and payment. Our procurement and dispute-resolution lawyers support you through each stage.
Key steps to get started
Company Formation
Incorporate with RJSC and obtain a trade licence, e-TIN and BIN.
Contractor Enlistment
Enlist with the relevant government agencies in the appropriate class or category.
e-GP Registration
Register on the national e-GP portal to bid for public tenders.
Tender Compliance
Prepare compliant bids, securities and joint-venture arrangements for each tender.
Contracts & Bonds
Review contracts, performance securities, subcontracts and supply agreements.
Safety & Compliance
Site safety, labour law, building code and environmental requirements on every project.
What you are likely to need
Common registrations for a construction contractor include:
- RJSC incorporation & trade licence
- e-TIN & VAT/BIN registration
- Contractor enlistment (PWD, LGED, RHD, etc.)
- e-GP registration
- Joint-venture agreements for tenders
- Environmental clearance (project-specific)
- Insurance for works and workers
- IRC for importing equipment and materials
Key laws & regulators
- Public Procurement Act, 2006
- Public Procurement Rules, 2025
- Bangladesh National Building Code, 2020
- Building Construction Act, 1952
- Bangladesh Labour Act, 2006
- Contract Act, 1872
- Arbitration Act, 2001
- Regulators: BPPA, PWD, LGED, RHD, RAJUK, DIFE
Your legal partner from day one
We advise on the right structure — company, branch, liaison office or joint venture.
We handle name clearance, RJSC incorporation and constitutional documents.
We obtain sector licences, registrations and regulatory approvals.
We support ongoing filings, contracts, employment and disputes.
Frequently asked questions
How do I bid for government construction tenders?
You will generally need enlistment with the procuring agency, e-GP registration and documents showing eligibility, experience and financial capacity. We review bids for compliance before submission.
What can I do if I am unfairly disqualified from a tender?
The procurement law provides a complaint process to the procuring entity and higher authorities, then to the Review Panel, with strict deadlines. Act quickly and take advice.
Can two contractors bid together?
Yes, through a joint-venture or consortium arrangement, which must be properly documented and meet the tender requirements.
Do you handle payment and delay disputes?
Yes. We act in claims for unpaid bills, variations, delay and termination through negotiation, arbitration and litigation.
Speak with our legal team
Tell us about your matter. A Premier Law Services lawyer will review it and advise you on the right next step — in person at our Dhaka chamber or online.