Up-Gradation of Animal Husbandry In-Service Training Institute and Surveillance on Pesticide & Fertilizer Adulteration in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

This tender from the Communication & Works Department, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, invites bids for the up-gradation of the Animal Husbandry In-Service Training Institute in Peshawar and surveillance on pesticide and fertilizer adulteration across the province. The projects focus on enhancing veterinary services and ensuring agricultural input quality, critical for regional livestock and crop health. The up-gradation work involves technical consultancy to improve training facilities at the institute, ensuring it meets modern standards for veterinary education. The surveillance project requires detailed monitoring and analysis of pesticide and fertilizer quality, a vital task to protect farmers and consumers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Both projects demand expertise in agricultural and veterinary sciences, with a strong emphasis on compliance with provincial regulations. Bidders must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) under category PK-C5 or above and comply with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Finance Act 2013. Firms should have a valid FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL) status for 2025-26 and submit earnest money as per the tender requirements. The tender follows the Single Stage Two Envelope procedure, requiring separate technical and financial bids. The submission deadline is **31 August 2023** by **12:00 PM**, with technical bids opening the same day at **12:30 PM** in the office of the Executive Engineer, C&W Building Division-1, Peshawar. Bidders must submit their bids electronically via the E-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (E-PADS) and provide a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) as bid security. Pro-Tip: Ensure your technical bid envelope is clearly marked and submitted before the deadline. Pay close attention to the additional security requirements for bids quoting below engineer estimates, as non-compliance can lead to disqualification. Also, verify your PEC registration and FBR status to avoid last-minute issues.