Construction of Rural Roads, Street Pavements, Open Wells, Bore Wells and Water Tanks in District Shangla

This tender invites bids for extensive construction works in Shangla, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, under the Local Government and Rural Development Department. The scope includes construction and PCC pavement of rural roads and street pavements across various union councils such as Aloch, Bar Puran, Bingalai, Nasrat Khel, Bekhlool Khel, and others. Additionally, the project covers the construction of open wells, bore wells, and water tanks to improve water supply infrastructure. The works involve high-quality PCC pavement using cement concrete, requiring skilled workmanship and durable materials suitable for rural terrain and weather conditions in Shangla. The open wells and bore wells construction will address water scarcity issues, demanding careful site assessment and adherence to engineering standards. The project spans multiple locations, each with unique geographical and logistical challenges, necessitating efficient resource management and timely execution. Contractors must be registered with PEC and enlisted with the C&W Department as per the centralized enlistment policy of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Compliance with PEC categories relevant to civil works and water supply infrastructure is mandatory. Bidders should ensure their FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL) status is valid for the financial year 2025-26. Earnest Money in the form of Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) amounting to 2% of the estimated cost is required for each package. The submission deadline is set for 31st October 2023, with bids to be submitted through the EPADS online portal. Technical and financial bids will be opened on the same day at the Local Government and Rural Development Department office in Shangla. Interested contractors should prepare their documents carefully, ensuring all eligibility criteria and submission requirements are met. Pro-Tip: Verify the specific stamp duty and earnest money submission details in the official newspaper advertisement, as these are often overlooked and can lead to disqualification. Also, ensure timely registration on the EPADS portal to avoid last-minute technical issues.