Feasibility Study and Engineering Design for Indus Highway Road Connecting Bannu Link Road with Hakla-Yarik-D.I. Khan Motorway

This tender from Pakhtunkhwa Highways Authority (PKHA) in Peshawar invites expert consultancy firms for a critical infrastructure project involving a feasibility study, detailed engineering design, and transaction advisory services. The project focuses on the Indus Highway (N-55) at the takeoff point of Bannu Link Road, connecting it with the Hakla-Yarik-D.I. Khan Motorway (M-14). This assignment demands a thorough understanding of highway engineering and transaction advisory to ensure the project's viability and successful execution. The scope includes conducting a detailed feasibility study to assess technical, economic, and environmental factors, followed by comprehensive engineering design work. The site in Peshawar presents typical regional challenges such as terrain variability and traffic integration with existing road networks. Firms must prepare detailed technical proposals and financial bids, demonstrating their capacity to handle complex highway projects and advisory services. Bidders must hold valid PEC registration in the relevant category and be registered with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Revenue Authority (KPRA). The consultancy assignment requires adherence to all applicable taxes, including stamp duty and service charges. The project timeline mandates completion of all design and feasibility phases within 120 days, aligning with the 2025-26 fiscal year requirements. Firms should ensure their FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL) status is current to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline is set for 30 March 2026 at 12:00 PM, with technical bids opening at 12:30 PM the same day. Proposals must be submitted in hard copy to the Project Directorate for Provincial Expressways, House No. 27-B, Sayyed Jamal Ud-Din Afghani Road, University Town, Peshawar. A non-refundable Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) of Rs. 5000 is required for obtaining RFP documents. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the RFP documents for specific stamp duty and tax compliance details, as these are common pitfalls that can lead to bid rejection. Also, ensure your technical proposal clearly addresses all TOR requirements to stand out in the QCBS evaluation process.