Construction of Watch Towers at Bandage Barikot and Shahderai Compartments Lower Swat

The Forest Department Lower Swat Forest Division is procuring construction works for two watch towers located at Bandage Barikot Compartment No. 38 and Shahderai Compartment No. 07 in Lower Swat. The total estimated cost for these projects is **PKR 12 Million**, with each watch tower construction valued at **PKR 6 Million**. The scope includes full construction of one watch tower at each specified compartment, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with local standards. Eligible bidders must hold a PEC category C-6 or above and be registered with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Revenue Authority under the Finance Act, 2013. Firms should be experienced in similar civil works and capable of providing a bid security in the form of a CDR as per the tender requirements. The procurement follows the Single Stage Single Envelope procedure via the E-Pak Acquisition & Disposal System (EPADS). The last date for submission of bids is **09 June 2026 at 12:00 PM**, with financial bids opening the same day at 12:30 PM. Bidders must submit their E-bids electronically through EPADS, including complete details of bid security such as bank name, CDR number, and date. The bid opening venue is the office of the Divisional Forest Officer at Gulkada Saidu Sharif Swat. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure their E-bid submission is complete with all required documents and bid security details uploaded correctly on EPADS well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues. Early preparation and compliance with KPPRA rules will enhance the chances of successful participation in this tender.