Ditching Backfilling and Affilation Works for Gas Pipeline at Killi Ghulam Rasool Mengal, Quetta

Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGC) invites bids for ditching, backfilling, and affilation works related to excavation and laying of gas pipelines at Killi Ghulam Rasool Mengal, Subzal Road, Quetta. The scope includes excavation of trial pits, trench laying for 2, 4, and 6 inch steel pipelines, soft padding, sand cushioning of hard soil, repair of underground utilities, and provision of caretaker services for material safety. The contractor is responsible for supplying all finances, manpower, machinery, and materials required for excavation and related activities. Bidders must be registered with Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) in category C-6 or above and be active in the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Active Taxpayer List (ATL). Submission requires a fixed bid bond of PKR 30,000 in the form of pay order or demand draft favoring SSGC. The tender follows a single stage two envelope bidding procedure with technical and financial proposals submitted via the EPADS portal. Bids must be submitted online by 14-May-2026 at 10:00 hours, with public opening at 10:30 hours the same day. The tender demands experience in similar pipeline construction projects, valid FBR and BST tax certificates, bank statements for the last fiscal year, and sound financial health. The contract duration is three months from the issuance of the letter to proceed. Liquidated damages and retention money clauses apply. The contractor must ensure safety, provide mobile phone facilities for supervisors, and comply with health and safety regulations. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully prepare the technical proposal with detailed methodology, project schedule, and team expertise to meet the evaluation criteria. Ensure all bid documents are signed, stamped, and uploaded correctly on EPADS to avoid rejection. Early registration on EPADS and timely submission of the physical bid bond to the tender room is crucial for eligibility.