Boring of Tubewell Askari 2 at Lahore Cantt

This tender invites bids for the boring of a tubewell at Askari 2, Lahore Cantt, issued by the Lahore Cantonment Board (RHQ Lahore). The procurement covers civil works and electrical equipment installation, including drilling boreholes up to 150 meters, supply and installation of pipes, gravel shrouding, sanitary seals, and a 100 HP electric motor. The project is located in Lahore, Punjab, and falls under construction and power equipment categories. The scope involves drilling boreholes using reverse rotary and hydraulic percussion methods in various soil types, installation of MS blind pipes and stainless steel water well screens, and development and testing of the tubewell. The work also includes excavation, concrete works, brickwork, reinforcement, and electrical wiring and fittings. The site presents engineering challenges such as deep drilling beyond 150 meters and ensuring structural integrity of the well and associated infrastructure. Bidders must comply with PEC category requirements and hold valid FBR registration including ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26. The tender requires submission of bid security or bid securing declaration as per PPRA rules. The bid validity period is 180 days. The procurement follows the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method under the Public Procurement Rules 2004. The submission deadline is on the 18th of March 2026 at 12:00 PM, with bid opening scheduled at 12:30 PM on the same day via the EPADS v2.0 online portal. The physical address for bid security submission is 42, Sarwar Road, Cantonment, Lahore. Bidders must register on EPADS v2.0 to participate. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes all required documents and bid security in the prescribed form. Pay special attention to the technical specifications and price schedule to avoid disqualification. Also, verify your registration and tax compliance status well before the deadline to prevent last-minute issues.