Construction of Flood Protection and Irrigation Channels in Chitral District

This tender invites qualified contractors in Chitral to undertake extensive flood protection and irrigation channel construction works. The projects cover multiple sites across Lower and Upper Chitral, including Mastuj River, Lotkoh River, Shishi River, and various valleys such as Kelash and Yarkhun. The scope involves building flood protection structures and flow management channels to safeguard agricultural lands and communities from seasonal flooding and water mismanagement. The terrain in Chitral presents engineering challenges due to its mountainous geography and river tributaries, requiring durable materials and skilled workmanship to ensure long-term resilience. Contractors must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) under categories C-5 and above, with relevant specialty codes CE-04 (II) or CE-04 (VII). Active registration with KPRA and NTN with FBR is mandatory, reflecting compliance with provincial and federal tax authorities. Bidders should ensure their PEC category matches the tender requirements and maintain an active FBR ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26 to qualify. The submission deadline is set for 12:00 Noon on 10th April 2026, with bid opening at 12:30 PM the same day. Bids must be uploaded via the EPADS portal before the closing time, including scanned copies of CNIC, PEC license, KPRA registration, and FBR status documents. The physical office for inquiries is the Chitral Irrigation Division, reachable by phone or email as provided. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the bid security requirements, especially the Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) format and amount, as incomplete or incorrect submissions are often rejected. Also, ensure all documents are clear and legible to avoid disqualification during the technical evaluation phase.