Construction of Additional Floor at C-Arts Centre Gulistan-e-Jauhar Karachi

This tender invites bids for the construction of an additional floor at the C-Arts Centre located in Gulistan-e-Jauhar, Block-15, Karachi. Issued by the Executive Engineer Education Works District Korangi Karachi, this project falls under the construction and plumbing categories. The scope includes reinforced cement concrete work, block masonry, plastering, tiling, and installation of sanitary and water supply systems. The site is in Karachi, Sindh, and the work is to be completed within 24 months. The project demands high-quality materials such as deodar wood for joinery, UPVC channels for doors and windows, porcelain tiles for flooring, and stainless steel railings. The engineering challenges include working on an existing structure and ensuring structural integrity while adding the new floor. The contractor must manage logistics, site safety, and compliance with PWD specifications and SPPRA rules. Bidders must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council in category C-5 or above and provide evidence of similar work experience. Compliance with FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL) and PEC registration is mandatory. The bid security, earnest money, and tender fee must be submitted as per the tender documents. The bid validity period is 90 days, and the procurement method is Single Stage-Two Envelope. The submission deadline is on the 17th of April 2026 at 10:00 AM, with bid opening at 10:30 AM on the same day at the Special Education Complex, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Gulistan-e-Jauhar, Karachi. Bids must be submitted electronically via the E-PADS system only; no physical bids will be accepted. Pro-Tip: Ensure all supporting documents including CNIC copies, power of attorney, and affidavits on stamp paper are submitted physically before the deadline. Also, verify the bid security format and validity to avoid disqualification. Check the newspaper advertisement for any specific stamp duty or procedural requirements often overlooked.