Hiring Contractor for Trial Bore at Salt and Gypsum City Karak

This tender invites bids from eligible firms registered with KPRA and FBR for hiring a contractor to conduct trial bore works at Salt and Gypsum City in Karak, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The project involves drilling and water supply related works essential for site development and resource assessment in the region. The scope requires firms with proven experience in similar trial bore or tube well projects, ensuring technical competence and adherence to local engineering standards. The work demands careful handling of drilling equipment and materials suitable for the geological conditions of Karak. Contractors must ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations while managing the bore site. The project cost is approximately PKR 0.997 million, reflecting a focused civil works contract with specific technical challenges related to water supply infrastructure. Bidders should hold a valid PEC category relevant to civil works and maintain active FBR registration with ATL compliance for the fiscal year 2025-26. Submission of an Earnest Money Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) equal to 2% of the engineer's estimate is mandatory. Firms must also provide an affidavit confirming no blacklisting by any government or autonomous body in Pakistan. The submission deadline is set for 27th February 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening scheduled for 11:30 AM the same day. Bids must be submitted electronically via the EPADS portal only; manual submissions are not accepted. The original bid security CDR must be delivered in a sealed envelope to the KPEZDMC Head Office at Plot No. 23, Street No. 13, Sector E-8, Phase 7, Hayatabad, Peshawar before the deadline. Pro-Tip: Ensure the original Call Deposit Receipt is submitted timely and clearly labeled with the tender title and bidder details to avoid disqualification. Also, verify your firm's registration status on EPADS to prevent last-minute eligibility issues.