Annual repair to roads in highway sub division Vehari including hiring of excavator EX-100 (100-HP)

The Punjab Highway Department invites bids for the annual repair of roads in the highway sub division Vehari. This procurement includes the hiring of an excavator EX-100 (100-HP) for the execution of the work. The project is based in Vehari, Punjab, and is managed by the Executive Engineer Highways Division Vehari and Superintending Engineer Highway Circle Multan. The technical scope involves rigid pavement and RCC drain work using concrete batching plants and concrete paving machines. TST, DST, and surfacing will be executed by mechanized systems. Recovery against credit of old material will be adjusted manually, and all contractor claims will be processed electronically through the Digital Measurement Book. The contract duration is two months from the date of award. Eligible contractors must hold a valid renewed PEC license for the financial year 2025-26 and be registered on the Punjab PPRA website. Earnest money must be submitted as a CDR at 5% of the estimated cost in favor of the Executive Engineer Highways Division Vehari. Performance security of 10% of the contract amount is mandatory within 15 days of the offer letter. Bidders must quote item rates and total amounts accurately as per the financial proposal. The submission deadline for original CDR and attested PEC license is 17-07-2026 by 13:30 hours at the office of the Superintending Engineer Highway Circle Multan. Tender opening will be held the same day at 14:00 hours at the office of the Commissioner Multan. Contractors are advised to attend the opening to hear quoted rates and results. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure all documents, especially the original CDR and PEC license, are submitted timely and correctly to avoid disqualification. Strict adherence to PPRA rules and bid security requirements is essential for successful participation in this tender.