Construction and Re-Routing of 12 Inch Diameter Pipeline for Quetta Project

This tender from Sui Southern Gas Company Limited in Karachi invites bids for the construction and re-routing of a 12 inch diameter pipeline as part of the Quetta Pipeline Project. The project involves laying approximately 9 km of pipeline from MVA Dadhar to MVA Bolan and about 8 km from MVA Bolan to MVA Gokart. The scope includes clearing, grubbing, fabrication, welding, installation, and hydro-testing of the pipeline, along with civil works such as excavation, backfilling, and installation of valves and fittings. The work requires adherence to strict engineering standards including the use of approved welding procedures, qualified welders, and application of epoxy primers and heat shrinkable sleeves. The site is located in Quetta, and the contractor must manage logistical challenges such as transporting materials from designated stores and ensuring pipeline integrity through rigorous testing. The tender follows a single stage two envelope bidding procedure, requiring separate technical and financial proposals. Bidders must hold a valid PEC certificate in Category C-2 or above with specialization in CE-08 and CE-10 categories. Foreign firms must partner with local Pakistani contractors and comply with PEC bylaws. Compliance with HSE standards and ISO certifications is mandatory. The tender also requires submission of a fixed bid bond of PKR 2,750,000 in the form of a pay order or demand draft. The submission deadline is on 19th January 2026 at 12:00 PM, with bids to be submitted online via the EPADS portal. The technical bids will be opened publicly at 12:30 PM on the same day. The physical address for bid submission and opening is the SSGC Head Office in Karachi. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid bond and earnest money are correctly formatted and submitted on time, as bids without these will be rejected. Also, carefully review the tender documents for any special terms and conditions to avoid disqualification.