Consultancy Services for 7th Periodic Inspection of Chashma Barrage

The Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) invites consultancy firms to submit proposals for the 7th Periodic Inspection of Chashma Barrage located in Chashma, District Mianwali, Punjab. This procurement is specifically for consultancy services involving detailed technical inspection and assessment of the barrage infrastructure to ensure its operational safety and efficiency. The scope includes comprehensive evaluation of structural and mechanical components of the barrage, requiring firms with proven expertise in hydropower and water resource infrastructure. Interested consultants must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) and be active taxpayers on the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and respective Sales Tax Departments. The selection will follow a Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) method with an 80:20 ratio, using a Single Stage-Two Envelope procedure. Proposals must be submitted electronically via EPADS and hard copies delivered by 1100 hours on 13th May 2026. Technical bids will be opened the same day at 1130 hours in the office of GM (HRM) Room No.228, WAPDA House Lahore. The submission deadline and evaluation criteria are strictly enforced, so timely and compliant submissions are critical. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully review the RFP documents available on www.eprocure.gov.pk and www.ppra.org.pk to ensure full compliance with technical and financial requirements. Proper preparation of Earnest Money and CDR as per instructions will avoid disqualification. This tender offers a significant opportunity for qualified consultancy firms to contribute to a key national water infrastructure project.