Ditching, Backfilling and Affiliation Works for Replacement of Impl Network to Residential Colony Shah Abdul Latif University Khairpur

The **Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGC)** is procuring ditching, backfilling, and affiliation works for the replacement of an implementation network to the Residential Colony at Shah Abdul Latif University in Khairpur. This project involves excavation of trenches for laying a 63mm P.E gas pipeline, including soft padding and cushioning, covering a total length of 1650 meters as per the Bill of Quantities and Terms of Reference. The technical scope includes excavation for trial pits, trenching of required sizes in different soil types, stringing of pipes, cleaning and soft padding of trenches, and backfilling with excavated soil and debris removal. The contractor must ensure safety measures such as providing PPEs, signboards, and caution tapes, and must deploy a qualified safety manager. The work also involves repair and maintenance of underground utilities, provision of caretakers, and submission of weekly progress reports to site engineers. Eligible bidders must hold a valid PEC Certificate Category C-6 or above with specialization CE-08, be registered with FBR and ATL, and have relevant experience in similar pipeline and civil works. The tender follows a single stage two envelope bidding procedure requiring separate sealed technical and financial proposals. A fixed bid bond of Rs. 30,000 in the form of pay order or demand draft in favor of SSGC is mandatory. Bids must be submitted online via the EPADS portal by **30-04-2026 at 1100 hours**, with public opening at 1130 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 uploaded correctly on EPADS. A practical tip for bidders is to thoroughly visit and inspect the work sites beforehand to understand soil conditions, site access, and local constraints, as submission of the bid along with its contents will be prima facie evidence of fulfilling these requirements. This careful preparation can prevent disqualification and strengthen the technical proposal. This tender offers a significant opportunity for contractors specializing in pipeline construction and civil works in Sindh, with a clear emphasis on safety, quality, and timely completion within six months.