Construction of Fruit and Vegetable Market at Bara District Khyber

This tender invites bids for the construction of a Fruit and Vegetable Market in Bara, District Khyber, under the ADP No. 1929/195313. The Local Government and Rural Development Department of District Khyber is overseeing this project, which falls under the Construction & Civil Works Materials category. The estimated cost for this project is PKR 137.640 million, reflecting a significant infrastructure development in the region. The project involves building a market facility designed to support local agricultural trade, specifically for fruits and vegetables. The site in Bara requires careful planning and execution to meet the engineering standards set by the government. Contractors must be registered with PEC and comply with the Centralized Enlistment Policy of the Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The work demands technical expertise in civil construction, including material procurement, site preparation, and structural work, ensuring durability and functionality. Bidders should ensure they meet the PEC category requirements and maintain an active FBR/ATL status for the financial year 2025-26. The tender process follows the Single stage Double envelope procedure, requiring submission of both technical and financial proposals separately. Contractors are advised to prepare their bids carefully, including Earnest Money in the form of a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) at 2% of the bid value, and to adhere strictly to the bidding documents to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline is set for 31st March 2026 at 12:00 PM, with the technical bid opening scheduled for 31st March 2026 at 12:30 PM. Bids must be submitted electronically through the EPADS system, ensuring compliance with the official procedures. The office of the Assistant Director LG&RDD District Khyber is the point of contact for this tender. Pro-Tip: Make sure to verify the exact stamp duty and bid security requirements as outlined in the newspaper advertisement and tender documents, as these are common pitfalls that can lead to bid rejection.