Construction of Engineering Structures (Wire Walls) in AJK for Mangla Watershed Management Project

This tender invites bids for the construction of engineering structures, specifically wire walls, across three locations in Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK) under the Mangla Watershed Management Project managed by Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) in Islamabad. The project covers Sarhota in Mirpur, Kalas in Neelum Valley, and Parat in Rawalakot, focusing on civil works that require specialized construction materials and techniques suitable for the hilly terrain and watershed management needs. The scope involves building durable wire walls designed to stabilize soil and prevent erosion, critical for watershed conservation in these mountainous areas. Each lot has a defined completion period ranging from 45 to 50 days, demanding efficient project management and adherence to engineering standards. The work will be supervised from the WAPDA office in Islamabad, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and environmental considerations. Bidders must hold a valid PEC license for FY 2025-26 in Category C-6 or higher with specialization codes CE-04, and be registered with FBR/FBR (GoAJK) including ATL status. The tender requires submission of a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) as bid security and adherence to WAPDA/PPRA procurement rules. This ensures only financially and technically capable firms participate, maintaining project quality and regulatory compliance. The submission deadline is set for 12:00 hours on 8th April 2026, with electronic bids opened the same day at 12:30 hours at the Mangla Watershed Management Project office in Islamabad. Interested firms should prepare their technical and financial bids carefully, ensuring all documents are signed, stamped, and submitted electronically via EPADS. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the bid security requirements and ensure the CDR is correctly named and submitted before 1100 hours on bid opening day to avoid disqualification. Also, confirm PEC license and ATL status are current for FY 2025-26 to meet eligibility criteria.