Providing 1 Inch Diameter Domestic Water Connection from KWSB Main Line at IBA Main Campus Karachi

This tender invites bids for providing a 1 inch diameter domestic water connection from the Karachi Water and Sewerage Board (KWSB) main line at the Institute of Business Administration (IBA) Main Campus in Karachi. The procurement is managed by the Institute of Business Administration, Karachi, focusing on plumbing and civil works to ensure a reliable water supply connection at the campus. The scope includes excavation, laying and fixing HDPE pipes, constructing valve chambers, and installing brass gate and check valves. The work involves obtaining necessary permissions such as road cutting and right of way from relevant authorities. The site is located at the IBA Main Campus, University Enclave, Karachi, where the contractor must ensure quality workmanship and compliance with specifications. The project requires careful handling of materials like MS flanges, HDPE pipes, and RCC chambers, with a completion timeline of 30 days from the work order issuance. Bidders must be registered with relevant tax authorities and provide a bid security of 2% of the total bid amount. The contractor should have a minimum average turnover of PKR 4 million over the last three years and must comply with all PEC and FBR requirements for the fiscal year 2025-26. Performance security of 5% of the contract value is required before contract signing. The tender emphasizes adherence to SPPRA rules and IBA policies, including safety measures and defect liability periods. Submission deadline is on the 18th of February, 2026 at 3:00 PM, with bid opening at 3:30 PM on the same day at the Office of Head of Procurement, Fauji Foundation Building, IBA Main Campus, Karachi. Bidders must submit bids electronically via the SPPRA EPADS system and deliver original bid security and signed documents physically before the deadline. Pro-Tip: Ensure to attend the site visit scheduled on February 13, 2026, at 11 AM to fully understand site conditions and clarify any technical queries. Also, double-check the bid security format and submission requirements to avoid disqualification due to procedural errors.