Construction of PCC Streets, Drains, Culverts, Retaining Walls and Installation of Solar Lights in Union Councils of Takht Bhai District Mardan

This tender from the Tehsil Municipal Administration Takht Bhai District Mardan invites bids for the construction of PCC streets, drains, culverts, retaining walls, and installation of solar arm pole lights across multiple union councils. The works are part of the Accelerated and Sustainable Development Initiative (ASDI) for the financial year 2025-26, focusing on infrastructure enhancement and renewable energy integration in Mardan. The scope covers civil construction using plain cement concrete for streets and associated drainage systems, along with retaining walls to support road infrastructure. Additionally, solar lighting installations will be carried out in selected union councils, promoting sustainable energy use. The projects are spread across various union councils including Bagh-e-Iram, Bilji Ghar, Daga, Sikandari Par Hoti, and others, each requiring careful site management and adherence to engineering standards suitable for the local terrain and climate. Contractors must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council in the relevant category and enlisted with the KPPRA Authority. Compliance with PEC registration, valid NTN/Income Tax certificates, and submission of Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) as earnest money is mandatory. Bidders should note the requirement to submit bids electronically via the EPADS system and ensure all documentation is complete to avoid disqualification. The tender follows the KPPRA rules and includes provisions for bid security and penalties for non-compliance. The submission deadline is set for 23rd January 2026 at 12:00 PM, with bid opening scheduled for 2:00 PM the same day. Bidders must submit their proposals through the EPADS portal, ensuring timely and complete submission. The physical office for any correspondence is the Tehsil Municipal Administration, Takht Bhai. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the bid security requirements and ensure the Call Deposit Receipt is original and in favor of the Tehsil Municipal Officer. Missing or incorrect security instruments are a common cause for bid rejection. Also, verify the PEC category and registration validity to avoid disqualification during technical evaluation.