Hill Slope Stability Program and Road Protection Works on N-75

This tender from the National Highway Authority, Muzaffarabad Region, invites bids for a Hill Slope Stability Program and Road Protection Works on the N-75 route near Muzaffarabad. The project focuses on slope stabilization between chainage 47+000 and 47+170, ensuring safer and more durable road infrastructure in this mountainous region. The scope involves specialized civil engineering works to protect the road from landslides and erosion, critical for maintaining connectivity on this vital dual carriageway. The work requires expertise in slope stabilization systems, including retaining structures and soil reinforcement, tailored to the challenging terrain of Muzaffarabad. Contractors must be registered with the income tax department, active on the FBR Active Taxpayers List, and hold PEC registration in Category C-4 or above with specialization in CE-01 and CE-10. This ensures qualified firms with relevant experience handle the technical demands of the project. Bidders should ensure their PEC registration and FBR ATL status are current for the 2025-26 financial year, as these are mandatory for eligibility. The tender follows a signal stage procurement method with two envelopes, requiring separate technical and financial bids. Firms must also register on the PPRA e-PADS portal, as manual submissions will no longer be accepted. The submission deadline is set for April 28, 2026, by 11:30 AM, with technical bids opening the same day at 12:00 PM. Bids must be delivered to the office of the Deputy Director (Maintenance), NHA Muzaffarabad, located at 17th Meel, Main Murree Expressway, Islamabad. Interested contractors should download bidding documents from the official website starting April 10, 2026. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the bid documents for the exact Earnest Money and Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) requirements, as these are often overlooked and can lead to disqualification. Also, ensure timely e-PADS registration to avoid last-minute submission issues.