Improvement Rehabilitation and Beautification of Shahrah-e-Quaideen Karachi

This tender invites qualified contractors in Karachi to undertake the improvement, rehabilitation, and beautification of Shahrah-e-Quaideen under the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation Engineering Department. The project involves extensive civil works including excavation, reinforced concrete, road surfacing with asphalt concrete, installation of drainage pipes, manholes, and paving blocks. The scope covers earthworks, demolition, concrete works, steel reinforcement, and finishing with reflective road markings and landscaping elements. The site is located in Karachi, Sindh, requiring contractors to manage urban construction challenges such as traffic management, site safety, and environmental protection. Contractors must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council in relevant categories and comply with tax registration requirements including active status on the Federal Board of Revenue and Sindh Revenue Board tax payer lists. The project demands a PEC category suitable for large civil works and a minimum annual turnover aligned with the estimated cost. Contractors should ensure availability of key construction equipment such as bulldozers, motor graders, dump trucks, and excavators, and demonstrate experience in similar government sector projects. Compliance with FBR/ATL status and submission of an Integrity Pact are mandatory for eligibility. The submission deadline is set for 17th February 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening scheduled the same day at 11:30 AM at the Office of the Chairman Procurement Committee, Engineering Department, KMC, Muslimabad, Karachi. Bids must be submitted electronically via the SPPRA e-Procurement System (EPADS). The bid security is 5% of the estimated cost, and performance security will be 5% of the accepted contract amount. Stamp duty at 0.35% of the contract value is payable by the successful bidder. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid documents are complete with all required PEC registrations, tax certificates, and equipment lists. Pay special attention to the bid validity period and bid security requirements. Also, verify the latest amendments on the SPPRA portal to avoid missing any corrigenda or addenda that may affect submission deadlines or technical specifications.