Clearance of Snowfall and Obstruction Removal in C&W Highway Division Abbottabad

The Communication & Works Department Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, through its C&W Highway Division Abbottabad, invites electronic bids from eligible firms and contractors for clearance of snowfall and removal of obstructions on all road surfaces in snow-bound areas under its jurisdiction for the year 2026-27. This procurement is specifically for the Abbottabad region. Items being procured: - Clearance of snowfall and spreading of salt, removal of snow slides, landslides, stone boulders, trees, and electric poles from roads to maintain uninterrupted traffic flow - Locations: Thandiani Section, Nathiagali Section, Changlagali Section - Machinery required per station: - Nathiagali: 3 Pay dozers, 1 Jeep (salt spreading), 2 Tractors (4x4) - Changlagali: 2 Pay dozers, 2 Tractors (4x4), 1 Jeep (salt spreading) - Thandani: 2 Pay dozers, 1 Jeep (salt spreading), 2 Tractors (4x4) The scope includes clearing roads from debris, landslides, snow, and other obstructions causing traffic blockages, ensuring roads remain open at full width for normal vehicular traffic. Contractors must mobilize immediately upon notification of blockages and provide additional machinery if required. The contract duration is eight months, from November 2026 to June 2027. Eligibility requires registration with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Revenue Authority under the Finance Act 2013, submission of bid security in the form of CDR with bank details, and compliance with KPPRA procurement rules 2014. Bidders must submit electronic bids via EPADS portal. Key dates include the last submission and opening of bids on 10 November 2026 at 12:00 PM and 12:30 PM respectively. The venue for bid opening is the office of the Executive Engineer C&W Highway Division Abbottabad. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure all machinery ownership certificates and contracts for each Tehsil are valid and ready for verification during the contract period to avoid disqualification. Also, timely mobilization upon notification is critical to avoid penalties. This tender offers a significant opportunity for contractors experienced in winter road maintenance and snow clearance in mountainous terrain to contribute to maintaining vital transport routes in Abbottabad.