Imarat Development Criminal Case: What It Means for Contractors and Suppliers

Tashkent has opened a criminal case against the management of Imarat Development, a company that sold apartments in Tashkent region. Buyers say they never got their money back. The case covers fraud and abuse of office, and the city police department is overseeing the investigation. The company office is in Sergeli district. Investigators say buyers were not told the housing was being built outside the capital. For the market, the signal is clear: early-stage prepayment schemes are back under close police scrutiny.

What it means for suppliers

The construction site in Tashkent region, where Imarat Development promised apartments, could have drawn contractors, building material suppliers, equipment vendors and service firms. Some of that work may now stop or pass to other developers. If you have contracts with this company or its contractors, check them and confirm where payments stand. New tenders to finish the project or replace the contractor may appear once investigators and the court decide the site's fate. No timelines or volumes have been announced. Material and equipment suppliers should watch for announcements from developers who take over completion, but do not expect a fast start. Procedures can take months.

TenderLabs data for 1 November 2026 shows 2,433 open lots in the Construction sector, the largest category across all industries. That figure reflects the overall market, not this case, but it confirms construction procurement remains the main field for suppliers.

What to do now

• Check whether you have active contracts with Imarat Development or its contractors. If you do, record the amounts, deadlines and payment status, then send the counterparty a written demand for settlement.
• Gather documents for every deal with the company: contracts, acts, payment orders and correspondence. You will need them if you file a claim during the investigation or in court.
• Before signing with any developer, check the construction permits, the project declaration and the company's track record. Do not ship on prepayment without a bank guarantee or an escrow arrangement.
• Watch for tenders to complete the project in Tashkent region. They may appear after investigators decide what happens next. Set up alerts for the Construction sector in TenderLabs.
• If you have already lost money as a buyer or contractor, file a statement with your district police department and attach your documents. The Imarat Development investigation is already running, and your materials may be added to it.

Rules on prepayment, escrow and permits vary by project and by region. Check the specific announcement and the developer's papers before you commit. TenderLabs can help you track construction lots and set alerts so you see new tenders as they appear.

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