Construction of Water Tank and Culverts at Various Villages in Umerkot District

This tender invites qualified contractors to undertake the construction of a water tank and twelve culverts across multiple villages in Umerkot District, Sindh, under the supervision of the District Council Umerkot. The procurement falls under the construction and civil works category, focusing on infrastructure development to improve water storage and drainage systems in rural areas. The scope includes excavation, brickwork, RCC water tanks, culvert construction, and installation of submersible pumps. The sites are spread across various union councils such as Shah Mardan Shah Taluka Pithoro, demanding careful logistical planning and adherence to engineering standards. Contractors must ensure quality materials and workmanship, considering local soil conditions and seasonal weather impacts to maintain structural integrity. Bidders must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) in the relevant category for the fiscal year 2025-26, hold an active NTN and be on the Active Taxpayer List (ATL) of FBR, and have valid Sindh Revenue Board (SRB) registration. Compliance with these requirements is mandatory to ensure eligibility. The tender also requires submission of earnest money equal to 5% of the estimated cost and a non-refundable tender fee of Rs. 3,000. The contract duration is 12 months, with a performance security of 10% of the contract price. The submission deadline is set for 16th April 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening scheduled the same day at 12:00 Noon at the District Council Umerkot office located at Soriah Badshah Complex near Teen Talwar Chowk. Bids must be submitted electronically via the E-Pak Acquisition & Disposal System (E-PADS), accompanied by scanned copies of the tender fee and bid security. Original instruments must be delivered in sealed envelopes before bid opening. Pro-Tip: Ensure all bid documents, including the affidavit on E-Stamp paper and bank statements, are complete and properly verified. Pay special attention to the submission of original bid security and tender fee instruments in separate sealed envelopes, as failure to comply will lead to disqualification. Also, verify the PEC category and ensure your firm's registration is updated for the 2025-26 fiscal year to avoid rejection.