Construction of Blacktop Road from Noorzai Colony to Usmanabad, District Quetta

This tender invites bids for the construction of a blacktop road from Noorzai Colony to Usmanabad in District Quetta, issued by the Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA), Sariab Quetta Division. The project falls under the Road & Infrastructure category and involves significant civil works to improve local connectivity. The scope includes blacktop road construction based on composite schedule rates for the year 2023, focusing on durable pavement and drainage structures. The site is located in Quetta, where engineering challenges include terrain adaptation and ensuring proper drainage to withstand seasonal weather. The work requires specialized codes CE01 (Road and Pavements Drainage & Retaining Structure), CE02(IX) (Culvert), and CE04, reflecting the technical complexity. Bidders must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) under category C-4 or above, with relevant specialized codes. Firms should be on the Active Taxpayer List and not blacklisted by any procuring agency. Financial capacity must demonstrate turnover of at least PKR 83,579,300 in previous years. Compliance with Balochistan Public Procurement Rules 2014 and submission of bid security as a bank guarantee or deposit at call of 3% is mandatory. The deadline for electronic bid submission is 09 February 2026 by 09:00 AM, with tender opening at 10:00 AM the same day via the Electronic Public Procurement System (EPPS). Bidders can obtain bidding documents online at www.bppra.gob.pk. The physical address for correspondence is Whyte Road, Quetta. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes the correct Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) and check the newspaper ad for any specific stamp duty requirements, which are often overlooked and can lead to disqualification.