Consultancy Services for Feasibility Study and Detailed Design of Water Supply Schemes in Five District Headquarters of AJ&K

This tender invites consultancy firms to conduct a feasibility study and detailed design for water supply schemes across five district headquarters in Azad Jammu & Kashmir, including Athmuqam, Bagh, Rawalakot, Mirpur, and Bhimber. The Central Design Office in Muzaffarabad is spearheading this project to enhance water infrastructure in these key locations, ensuring sustainable and efficient water delivery systems. The consultancy will involve comprehensive technical assessments, design development, and adherence to local engineering standards. The scope requires firms registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) possessing relevant service and project profile codes. The work demands a thorough understanding of water supply engineering challenges in mountainous and varied terrain typical of AJ&K. Consultants must prepare technical and financial bids under the Single Stage-Two Envelope procedure, emphasizing quality and cost-based selection. The project aims to address critical water supply needs, improve public health, and support regional development. Bidders should ensure valid PEC registration and compliance with AJ&K PPRA rules, including submission of an affidavit confirming no blacklisting. The financial bid must include all applicable taxes for the 2025-26 fiscal year. Firms must also provide a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) of Rs 1.5 million as bid security. This tender requires careful attention to PEC category requirements and FBR/ATL status to meet eligibility criteria. The submission deadline is set for 29th April 2026 at 1100 hrs, with technical proposals opening at 1130 hrs on the same day. Proposals must be delivered in hard book binding to the Director (Physical Planning), Central Design Office, DHQ Complex (Old Secretariat), Muzaffarabad. A pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for 15th April 2026 at 1100 hrs at the same office. Pro-Tip: Ensure your technical bid includes a properly stamped affidavit and CDR as per AJ&K PPRA rules, and double-check the binding format to avoid disqualification due to page tampering risks.