Construction of Grassy Cricket Ground at Baledia Taluka Mahar District Dadu

This tender invites bids for the construction of a grassy cricket ground located at Baledia Taluka Mahar in District Dadu, Sindh. Issued by the Sports & Youth Affairs Department, Government of Sindh, this project falls under the category of construction and civil works materials. The scope includes earthfilling, turfing with carpet grass, construction of underground water tanks, boundary walls, change rooms, toilet blocks, and installation of irrigation systems and electrical works. The site is situated in a rural area of Dadu, requiring careful earthworks and turf laying to ensure a quality playing surface. The engineering challenges include proper soil compaction, water management through underground tanks, and durable boundary walls to protect the facility. Bidders must hold a valid Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) registration in category C-4 or above, and comply with Sindh Revenue Board (SRB) and Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) regulations, including being on the Active Taxpayer List (ATL). The tender requires audited financial reports for the last five years and evidence of similar works amounting to at least 80% of the estimated cost. Joint ventures are not allowed. The project duration is 485 days from the commencement date, with a maintenance period of three months post-completion. Submission of bids must be done through the Sindh EPADS online portal by 1:00 PM on 5th March 2026, with bid opening at 2:00 PM the same day in Karachi. A bid security of 5% of the estimated cost is mandatory, payable via Call Deposit Receipt or Bank Guarantee. Tender documents can be downloaded from the official EPADS website. The physical address for submission of original bid securities is the Executive Engineer (Civil), Sports & Youth Affairs Department, 5th Floor, State Life Building No.3, Dr. Ziauddin Ahmed Road, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid security in original reaches the procuring agency before the deadline, as failure to submit original bid security will result in rejection. Also, carefully review the newspaper advertisement for any specific stamp duty requirements which are often overlooked but critical for bid acceptance.