Construction of Water Filtration Room and First Aid Room at PMDC Salt Mines Kalabagh

The Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation (PMDC) invites bids for the construction of a Water Filtration Room and a First Aid Room at its Salt Mines located in Kalabagh, Punjab. This procurement is specifically for civil works involving construction and installation at the PMDC Salt Mines site. The technical scope includes excavation, backfilling, plain and reinforced concrete works, brick/block work, flooring, surface rendering, painting, wiring, plumbing, steel and iron works, dado tiles, waterproofing on the roof, and installation of wiring accessories and light fixtures. The project is divided into two lots: Lot 01 for the Water Filtration Room and Lot 02 for the First Aid Room, with detailed Bill of Quantities and specifications provided in Annex A and B respectively. The construction materials must conform to approved standards and brands such as Berger paint, Ghani glass, and Chint breakers, ensuring high quality and durability. Eligible bidders must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) and the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) or respective revenue boards, and be active taxpayers. Firms should have at least three years of relevant experience in similar projects with government departments or organizations. Submission of earnest money in the form of pay order or demand draft is mandatory, with Rs. 75,000 for Lot 01 and Rs. 60,000 for Lot 02. The successful bidder will be required to deposit a security amount equal to 10% of the total contract value. The tender submission deadline is **07 May 2026 at 03:00 PM** via the EPAD electronic bidding system, with bid opening at 03:30 PM the same day. Bidders are advised to visit the site before quoting rates to ensure accurate pricing and understanding of site conditions. The submission address and contact details are at PMDC Head Office, Islamabad. For technical queries, the Project Manager at PMDC Salt Mines Kalabagh can be contacted. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure all required documents such as CNIC copies, authority letters, FBR registration, experience certificates, and affidavits regarding litigation and conflict of interest are complete and attached. This will avoid disqualification during the technical evaluation phase. Also, bidders should prepare for no escalation in cost and no interim payments, so financial planning must be thorough.