Deep Hand Pumps for Villages of Jhangri U.C. Thatta

This tender invites qualified contractors in Thatta from the Public Health Engineering Division for the provision and installation of deep hand pumps in villages of Jhangri U.C. under the District ADP scheme. The scope includes resistivity surveys, bore drilling, installation of PVC pipes and strainers, and development and testing of tube wells. The works are to be completed within 12 months with a PEC C-6 category requirement and a bid validity of 90 days. The project involves detailed geotechnical investigations including vertical electric sounding tests to determine suitable locations for bore wells. Contractors will perform bore drilling up to 300 feet, install casing and strainer pipes, and provide necessary fittings and clamping. The site conditions in Thatta require careful handling of materials and adherence to PWD and PHE specifications to ensure durability and functionality of the hand pumps. The engineering challenges include managing groundwater extraction and ensuring sustainable water supply to the rural communities. Bidders must be registered with PEC in category C-6 with specialization codes CE-09, CE-10, and EE-11 for electrical works. Active registration with FBR and Sindh Revenue Board is mandatory along with submission of audited financial statements and bank statements for the last three years. The contractor must have experience in similar water and sewerage projects with satisfactory completion certificates. Compliance with tax and legal requirements for the fiscal year 2025-26 is essential. The submission deadline is set for 15th April 2026 at 12:30 PM, with bid opening at 1:00 PM on the same day at the office of the Executive Engineer Public Health Engineering Division Thatta, near Session Court & SP Office Makli. Bids must be submitted electronically through the EPADS portal only. Tender fees and bid security in the form of call deposit or pay order must be delivered physically before the deadline. Pro-Tip: Ensure all pages of the technical proposal are attested by the firm owner with the company stamp. Pay close attention to the Earnest Money and Call Deposit Receipt requirements as missing or incorrect documentation will lead to disqualification. Also, verify your PEC category and specialization codes carefully to avoid rejection during technical evaluation.