Ditching, Backfilling and Afflication Works for Gas Pipeline Soft Padding and Cushioning from Marvi Cinema to Raswah Mori, Kotri City, District Jamshoro

The **Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGCL)** is procuring ditching, backfilling, and afflication works related to excavation of trenches for laying 63mm, 180mm, and 125mm PE gas pipelines with soft padding and cushioning. The project site extends from Marvi Cinema to Raswah Mori in Kotri City, District Jamshoro. This tender involves a comprehensive scope including excavation, pipe laying, padding with sand or river sand, backfilling with excavated soil, and ensuring safety and environmental compliance. The technical scope covers excavation of trenches of various sizes, soft padding and cushioning of pipes, welding, joint coating, and repair of underground utilities damaged during excavation. The contractor must provide caretakers for pressure recording during pressure testing and ensure proper execution with adequate machinery and manpower. The work must be completed within six months from the issuance of the Letter to Proceed, with daily progress targets of 500 meters for 63mm pipes and 300 meters for 125mm pipes. Eligible bidders must have a valid PEC Certificate Category C-5 or above with specialization CE-08. Registration with FBR and ATL is mandatory. Bidders should submit technical and financial proposals in separate sealed envelopes under the Single Stage Two Envelope Bidding Procedure. A fixed bid bond of **PKR 340,000** in the form of pay order or demand draft is required. Bids must be submitted online via EPADS portal by **11-05-2026 at 10:30 hours** and will be publicly opened at 11:00 hours the same day. A practical tip for bidders is to thoroughly visit and inspect the work sites before submission to understand local conditions, soil types, and access issues. Submission of the bid along with all required documents, including signed and stamped drawings, bid bond, and detailed work program, is essential to avoid rejection. Timely submission on EPADS and compliance with all tender instructions will enhance chances of success.