Construction of RCC Water Tanks, Culverts and Installation of Submersible Pumps in Umerkot District

This tender invites qualified contractors in Umerkot District from the District Council Umerkot for the construction of RCC water tanks, culverts, and installation of low-capacity submersible pumps. The procurement falls under construction and solar equipment categories, reflecting the scope of civil works and power supply installations. The project involves excavation, concrete works, reinforcement, and installation of submersible pumps with tube well boring up to 55 feet depth across multiple villages in Umerkot. The works include detailed engineering tasks such as RCC tank construction, culvert building, pipeline laying, and solar energy system installation. The site conditions require careful handling of sandy and hard soils, precise concrete mixing, and structural reinforcement to ensure durability and compliance with design specifications. Bidders must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) in the relevant category for the fiscal year 2025-26, hold active NTN and Sindh Revenue Board registrations, and be on the Active Taxpayer List (ATL) of FBR. The tender mandates submission of earnest money equal to 5% of the estimated cost and a non-refundable tender fee of Rs. 3,000. Contractors should ensure their PEC category matches the project scale and maintain compliance with all tax and legal requirements for the 2025-26 financial year. The submission deadline is set for 16th April 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening scheduled the same day at 12:00 Noon at the District Council Umerkot office located at Soriah Badshah Complex near Teen Talwar Chowk. Bids must be submitted electronically via the EPADS system, accompanied by scanned copies of tender fee and bid security, with original instruments delivered in sealed envelopes before the deadline. Pro-Tip: Ensure all bid documents, including the affidavit on E-Stamp paper and bank statements, are complete and properly signed. Pay special attention to the submission of original bid security and tender fee instruments in separate sealed envelopes to avoid disqualification. Also, verify the PEC registration category and ATL status well in advance to meet eligibility criteria.