Digital Bid Security Amendment for WASA D.G. Khan Tender

The Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) D.G. Khan has issued an important corrigendum regarding the tender referenced as IPL No. 7309, originally published on 15.07.2026. This amendment specifically addresses the eligibility conditions related to the bid security requirements for the tender. The procurement is focused on works under the jurisdiction of WASA in D.G. Khan, Punjab. Items being procured: - Specific item list not provided in the notice. The key amendment states that all E-bids must now be accompanied by a digital bid security or E-bid security amounting to 5% of the estimated cost. This security must be verifiable on the Punjab Procurement system and made in favor of WASA D.G. Khan. This replaces the previous requirement of a physical bid security in the form of a CDR or Bank Guarantee from any scheduled bank in Pakistan. This change reflects a move towards digitalization and streamlining of the procurement process, ensuring transparency and ease of verification. Bidders should ensure their digital bid security complies fully with the new requirements to avoid disqualification. Eligibility criteria, PEC category, FBR/ATL registration, and experience requirements remain as per the original tender notice. Interested contractors should carefully review the original tender documents alongside this corrigendum. The original tender was published on 15 July 2026, and the closing date for submissions is 22 July 2026 at 23:59:59. Bidders must submit their bids through the Punjab Procurement Regulatory Authority's online system, ensuring all digital security and documentation are in order. A practical tip for bidders: Verify your digital bid security on the Punjab Procurement system well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues. Early submission and compliance with the updated bid security format will enhance your chances of successful participation in this tender.