Improvement of Illumination in Garden Area of Terminal-I Jinnah International Airport Karachi

This tender invites bids for the improvement of illumination in the garden area of Terminal-I at Jinnah International Airport, Karachi, issued by the Pakistan Airports Authority. The scope involves electrical works focused on upgrading lighting systems to enhance safety and aesthetics within the airport premises, categorized under Power, Electrical & Solar Equipment. The project requires providing and laying copper conductor cables of 1.5 mm² and 2.5 mm² sizes in existing conduits, installation of LED rope lights with 3000K color temperature, and fixing IP68 waterproof underwater RGB LED lights. The site is a high-security airport environment, demanding strict adherence to safety protocols and minimal disruption to airport operations. Contractors must ensure quality workmanship and compliance with electrical standards, including the use of approved materials and equipment as per PAA specifications. Bidders must hold a valid Pakistan Engineering Council license in at least C-6 category with EE-04 code and be active taxpayers with FBR. The tender requires submission of earnest money and bid security in prescribed forms. Compliance with PEC and FBR/ATL requirements for the financial year 2025-26 is mandatory. The contract includes a 15-day completion period and a two-year maintenance period. The submission deadline is on the 27th of February, 2026, with electronic bids to be submitted via the PPRA EPADS portal before closing time. Bid opening will occur 30 minutes after the closing time on the same day. Physical submission of original bid security in a sealed envelope is compulsory at the time of bid opening. The office address for correspondence is Suite # 3041, Jinnah International Airport, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Ensure the original bid security instrument is submitted physically before the bid opening time to avoid outright rejection. Also, carefully review the approved manufacturers list and technical specifications to avoid disqualification due to non-compliance or use of unapproved materials.