Construction of Conference Hall and Guest House at PMDC Branch Office Quetta

Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation (PMDC) invites bids for the construction of a Conference Hall and Guest House at its Branch Office in Quetta. This procurement is specifically for civil, plumbing, and electrical works at the PMDC site in Quetta, Balochistan. The project involves excavation, reinforced concrete work, brickwork, plastering, sanitary fittings, electrical wiring, and installation of fixtures as per detailed BOQ and technical specifications. The scope includes use of approved quality materials such as first-class bricks, premium quality sand and crush, Bestway or equivalent cement, approved electrical switches and wiring, sanitary pipes and fixtures, and painting with weather shield paint. The project requires adherence to latest standards and workmanship practices. Completion time is 8 months with a 12-month defect liability period starting from the issuance of the completion certificate. Eligible bidders must be registered with PEC in Category C-5 with building codes CE-09, CE-10, and EE-04. They must also be active taxpayers registered with FBR and have at least 3 years of relevant experience with government departments. Submission of earnest money of Rs. 400,000 in the form of demand draft or pay order is mandatory. Bidders should submit their electronic bids on EPAD by 21 May 2026 at 11:00 AM, with opening at 11:30 AM the same day. The tender requires submission of a comprehensive technical bid including CNIC, authority letter, FBR and PEC certificates, experience certificates, financial soundness proof, affidavits regarding litigation and conflicts, and a list of available machinery. Bidders are advised to visit the site before quoting rates to ensure accurate pricing. The contract will be awarded to the lowest evaluated responsive bidder. Final payment will be made after satisfactory completion and submission of all required documents. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure all bid security and technical documents are complete and submitted before the deadline to avoid disqualification. Also, visiting the site will help in understanding the project complexities and avoid underestimation of costs.