This tender invites qualified contractors in Poonch, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, through the Communication & Works Department for the construction, improvement, metalling, and black topping of Soon Manjhari Trarkhal Road, covering a total length of 12.75 kilometers. The project falls under the Road & Infrastructure category and is managed by the Executive Engineer PWD Highways Division Rawalakot. The scope involves extensive civil works including road metalling and black topping, requiring high-quality construction materials and skilled workmanship to ensure durability and safety. The site in Poonch presents typical regional challenges such as terrain and weather conditions that contractors must consider. The project demands adherence to engineering standards and timely execution to meet the infrastructure development goals of the district. Bidders must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) in Category C-2 or above, with specialization in relevant codes CE-01 and CE-02. Compliance with FBR and ATL requirements for the fiscal year 2025-26 is mandatory. Contractors should have completed at least two similar projects valued at a minimum of PKR 610 million in the last five years. Joint ventures are allowed but each member must meet the prescribed contract value. The submission deadline is set for 30th March 2026 at 12:00 PM, with technical bids to be uploaded in PDF format on the E-Bidding dashboard. Hard copies of applications, duly signed and stamped, must be submitted within two days after tender opening at the office of the Executive Engineer PWD Highways Division Rawalakot. The tender opening will occur on the same day after 12:00 PM. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes all required documents and the Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) as per the pre-qualification document. Missing or incomplete submissions are often rejected, so double-check the newspaper ad and official websites for any additional instructions or stamp duty requirements.