Ditching Backfilling and Affilation Works for Reinforcement Scheme of GDS at Liaquat Colony Hyderabad

Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGC) invites bids for ditching, backfilling, and affilation works under the Reinforcement Scheme of Gas Distribution System (GDS) at Liaquat Colony Hyderabad. This tender is specifically for contractors active in the FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL) and holding a valid PEC Certificate Category C-6 or above with specialization CE-08. The scope includes excavation of trenches for laying 180mm PE pipelines, soft padding and sand cushioning of hard soil, and construction of CC blocks as per the Bill of Quantities (BOQ). The technical scope covers excavation for trial pits, backfilling after pipeline laying, arrangement of caretakers, and repair of underground utilities damaged during excavation. The contractor must ensure safety measures such as placing caution tapes and red flags, provide cushioning with soft sand, and maintain weekly progress reports. The work must be completed within the stipulated time with proper machinery and manpower. The contract also includes a six-month maintenance period and retention money equal to 5% of the certified work value. Eligible bidders must have PEC Category C-6 or above, be registered with FBR and ATL, and demonstrate relevant experience in pipeline and civil works. The tender follows a Single Stage Two Envelope Bidding Procedure with technical and financial proposals submitted via the EPADS portal. A fixed bid bond of Rs. 18,000 in the form of pay order or demand draft is mandatory. Bids must be submitted online by 25-05-2026 at 10:30 hours and will be publicly opened at 11:00 hours the same day. The submission address is the Tender Room at SSGC Head Office, Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Karachi. Bidders should ensure all documents are signed, stamped, and submitted in original along with scanned copies on EPADS. A practical tip for bidders is to thoroughly inspect the work sites and understand local conditions before bidding, as submission of the bid along with its contents is prima facie evidence of this examination. This will help avoid disqualification due to incomplete or incorrect bids and ensure compliance with all tender requirements.