Hiring Contractor for Construction of Boundary Wall and Allied Temporary Works at PSPC Karachi

This tender invites bids for the hiring of a contractor to construct a boundary wall and allied temporary works at the Pakistan Security Printing Corporation (PSPC) site in Karachi. The project involves dismantling the existing masonry wall, excavation, reinforced concrete piling, stone soling, masonry wall construction with solid CC blocks, plastering, painting, and installation of security features such as Y-braces and razor wire. The site is located at PSPC Karachi, requiring adherence to best engineering practices and safety standards. The scope includes excavation in clayey soil, casting of reinforced concrete piles and pile caps, construction of square columns, and masonry work up to 10 feet height. The contractor must use sulphate resistant cement and steel rebars of specified grades. The project duration is six months from the issuance of the purchase order. The contractor must ensure proper site barricading, compliance with OSHA and HSE guidelines, and submit monthly site reports. Mobilization must be completed within two weeks of work order issuance. Bidders must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council in category C3 or above, have at least five years of civil works experience, and have completed three similar projects of minimum Rs. 2 million each in the last ten years. Valid tax registration and active taxpayer status are mandatory. Site visits are required before bidding to understand the scope. The bid security is fixed at Rs. 3,450,000, and bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS. Submission deadline is on the 5th of March 2025 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 11:30 AM the same day. The physical address for correspondence is the Purchase Department, Pakistan Security Printing Corporation, Jinnah Avenue, Malir Halt, Karachi. Payment will be made in four installments after successful completion of work stages. The contractor must provide a 5% performance guarantee valid for 28 days beyond contract completion. Pro-Tip: Ensure all bid documents are signed and stamped on every page, and strictly follow the BOQ for pricing. Missing or incomplete bid security or failure to submit mandatory documents will lead to immediate disqualification. Also, verify the concrete cylinder test results as per specifications to avoid rejection of work.