This tender from the Irrigation Department, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, invites bids for the construction of check dams, water storage reservoirs, flood protection works, and irrigation channels at feasible locations in the Merged Districts near Jamrud. The project involves significant civil engineering works including earthworks, concrete structures, and channel excavation to improve water management and flood control in the region. The site conditions in the Merged Districts present challenges such as variable terrain and seasonal water flow, requiring robust design and quality materials to ensure durability and effectiveness. Eligible contractors must hold a PEC license in category CE-04 for the 2025-26 financial year and be registered with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Revenue Authority (KPRA) with an active tax payer status. The tender follows the Single Stage Two Envelope procedure via the E-PADS electronic bidding system, ensuring transparency and compliance with KPPRA rules. Bidders must submit technical and financial proposals separately, including an affidavit confirming the authenticity of the Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) as earnest money. Contractors should ensure their PEC category and FBR/ATL status are up to date for 2025-26 to avoid disqualification. The tender documents and bidding criteria are available on the official Irrigation Department website and KPPRA portal. The department enforces strict compliance with KPPRA notifications, including additional security for abnormally low bids and blacklisting provisions for non-compliance. The submission deadline is set for 31 March 2026 at 12:00 noon, with technical bids opening at 12:30 PM the same day. Hard copies of brochures and technical proposals must be submitted to the office of the Executive Engineer, Irrigation Division, near Jamrud Civil Hospital, Jamrud Tehsil, District Khyber. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the KPPRA Notification S.R.O (14)/Vol:1-24/2021-22 dated 10 May 2022 regarding additional security requirements for low bids. Missing this can lead to bid rejection or delays. Also, ensure all affidavits and CDRs are properly stamped and submitted to avoid being declared non-responsive.