Construction of 02 Bridges in District Sudhnoti

The Local Government and Rural Development Department of Azad Jammu and Kashmir is procuring construction services for two bridges in District Sudhnoti. This project is funded by the Government of AJK and involves significant civil works related to bridge construction and retrofitting. The scope includes all necessary materials, labor, and site management to complete the bridges to required standards. Bidders must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) in category C3 or above and have proven experience in similar bridge construction projects. Registration with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) or AJK Central Board of Revenue (CBR) and an active Tax Payer List (ATL) status is mandatory. The procurement follows the Single Stage - Two Envelope procedure as per AJK PPRA rules, requiring separate sealed envelopes for Technical and Financial proposals. The estimated cost of the project is bold PKR 149.572 million with a bid security of PKR 4.487 million. Interested contractors should obtain bidding documents by paying PKR 5,000 non-refundable fee before 11 May 2026. Bids must be submitted by 12 May 2026 at 11:00 AM to the Deputy Director Local Government and Rural Development Department office in Palandri, District Sudhnoti. Technical bids will be opened the same day at 11:30 AM. A practical tip for bidders is to conduct a thorough site visit before submission to avoid any claims related to site knowledge. Ensuring all documents, including Earnest Money in the form of CDR or Pay Order, are properly prepared and submitted will improve chances of success. Adhering strictly to the bid submission deadlines and format is crucial for consideration.