Engineering Consulting Firm for Design and Supervision of 08 Basic Science Labs Complex at SMBB Medical University Larkana

The Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical University, Larkano, is procuring comprehensive engineering consultancy services for the establishment of an 08 Basic Science Laboratories Complex. This project is located in Larkana, Sindh, and aims to address critical deficiencies identified by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council in 2019, which placed the university in the D-category due to inadequate laboratory infrastructure. The scope includes architectural, structural, MEP, HVAC, and fire-fighting design, preparation of detailed drawings, technical specifications, bidding documents, engineer's cost estimates, and Bills of Quantities based on CSR-2024. The consultant will also provide construction supervision, quality control, contract administration, and project management services throughout the 36-month contract period. Eligible bidders must have valid PEC registration in relevant categories, FBR and SRB registration, and demonstrate experience with at least five similar educational building projects valued above Rs. 500 million. Key professional staff must possess relevant qualifications and PEC registration. The procurement follows Sindh Public Procurement Rules 2010 using Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS). Bids must be submitted electronically via Sindh PPRA EPADS with a 5% bid security in original form submitted physically before the deadline. The deadline for bid submission is 30 April 2026 at 23:59:59. The address for submission and inquiries is Project Director, Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical University, Larkano, Phone: +92 74 9410193, Email: pd@smbbmu.edu.pk. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely submission of the original bid security in a sealed envelope to avoid disqualification, as physical bids are not accepted except for the bid security. Also, visiting the project site and understanding local conditions before submission is highly recommended to prepare a responsive technical proposal. The contract will be awarded to the bidder with the highest combined technical and financial score. The estimated cost of the consultancy is approximately **PKR 917.763 million**. This is a significant opportunity for qualified engineering consulting firms to contribute to a landmark educational infrastructure project in Sindh.