Construction of Residential Colony and Allied Civil Works at 220/132KV Grid Station Gharo

The National Grid Company of Pakistan (NGC) invites bids for the construction of a residential colony and allied civil works at the 220/132KV Grid Station Gharo, Sindh. This project involves comprehensive civil construction including excavation, reinforced concrete works, masonry, plastering, flooring, electrification, plumbing, landscaping, and furnishing as detailed in the Bill of Quantities. The scope covers site preparation, building construction, infrastructure development, and installation of utilities to support the residential colony. The works must comply with WAPDA/NGC standard specifications and approved drawings. Eligible bidders must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) in category C-2 with relevant codes, be on the Active Taxpayers List of FBR and provincial authorities, and not blacklisted by any government or donor agency. Experience of executing similar works worth at least PKR 706.75 million in the last 10 years is mandatory. The bid security is PKR 14.2 million, payable via Deposit at Call or Bank Guarantee from a scheduled bank in Pakistan. Bids must be submitted electronically via e-PADS by the closing date and time, with original bid security submitted physically before the deadline. Technical bids will be opened publicly at the NGC Lahore office. The contract duration is 690 days from the notice to commence. The contractor must provide a detailed construction schedule, method statements, and qualified personnel including a PEC licensed Civil Engineer with 10 years experience. The bid documents can be purchased from the Chief Engineer (MP&M) NGC Lahore office or downloaded from www.ntdc.com.pk. A practical tip for bidders is to conduct a thorough site visit and familiarize themselves with local conditions, material availability, and logistical challenges to prepare a competitive and realistic bid. Strict adherence to submission requirements and timely provision of bid security are critical to avoid disqualification.