Construction of Arghi, Hurri and Abdari Small Storage Delay Action Dams at Badri Area Wadh District Khuzdar

This tender invites bids for the construction of small storage delay action dams at Arghi, Hurri, and Abdari in the Badri area of Wadh District, Khuzdar. Issued by the Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA), Irrigation Division Khuzdar, it focuses on civil works involving dam construction to enhance water storage and management in the region. The project is valued at PKR 699,974,827 and requires specialized engineering expertise to handle the composite schedule rates of 2023 on percentage basis. The work involves earthworks, concrete structures, and hydraulic engineering to build durable small storage dams that will mitigate water delays and improve irrigation efficiency. Located in Khuzdar, Balochistan, the site presents challenges such as terrain variability and water flow management, demanding experienced contractors with proven capacity in similar projects. The tender mandates registration with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) in category C-2 or above, with a specialized code CE04(iii) for dams, ensuring technical competence. Bidders must be on the Active Taxpayer List and not blacklisted by any procuring agency. Financial capacity is demonstrated by prior completion of at least one similar assignment with a turnover of PKR 489,982,378 in the last three years. Submission of tender fee via green challan in NBP Khuzdar branch and bid security of 2% in the form of bank guarantee or deposit at call is compulsory. The tender follows the Balochistan Public Procurement Rules 2014. The deadline for electronic bid submission is **24 February 2026 at 11:00 AM**, with tender opening at **12:00 PM** the same day on the EPPS system. The physical address for correspondence is Irrigation Colony, Old Karachi Road, Khuzdar. Interested bidders should ensure timely registration on the BPPRA electronic procurement system and obtain bidding documents from www.bppra.gob.pk. Pro-Tip: Make sure to verify the exact stamp duty and bid security requirements as per the newspaper ad, which are often overlooked and can lead to disqualification. Also, confirm your PEC category and financial capacity documentation to avoid last-minute issues.