Improvement and Rehabilitation of Internal Streets of Hijrat Colony District South Karachi

This tender invites bids for the improvement and rehabilitation of internal streets in Hijrat Colony, District South Karachi, under the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation Engineering Department. The project involves comprehensive civil works including dismantling of existing concrete, reinforced cement concrete works, fabrication and installation of mild steel reinforcements, excavation, pipe laying, manhole construction, stone pitching, and laying of asphalt and paving blocks. The site is located in Karachi, Sindh, and requires careful handling of materials and adherence to engineering standards to ensure durability and safety of the streets. The scope covers a variety of construction activities such as earthwork excavation, aggregate base course laying, asphalt concrete paving, and installation of storm water drainage systems. The project demands skilled workmanship and the use of quality materials like cement concrete, RCC pipes, and mild steel reinforcements. Contractors must be prepared to manage site challenges including dewatering, traffic management with temporary crossings, and maintaining safety standards throughout the construction period. Bidders must hold a valid Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) registration in the relevant category and be on the active tax payer lists of both Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and Sindh Revenue Board (SRB). The tender requires submission of earnest money in the form of a 5% bid security and compliance with the Integrity Pact. The contract duration is 90 days with a penalty of Rs. 3000 per day for delays. The contractor must also provide a performance security equivalent to 5% of the contract value. The submission deadline is set for 18th March 2026 at 10:30 AM, with bid opening scheduled shortly after. Bids must be submitted electronically through the SPPRA e-Procurement system (EPADS). The physical office for correspondence is the Office of The Chairman Procurement Committee, Engineering Department, Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, Muslimabad, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Ensure all bid documents including the Technical and Financial Bids are complete and signed with company stamps. Pay special attention to the bid security submission both online and physically before bid opening to avoid disqualification. Also, verify the latest PEC category and tax status to meet eligibility criteria and avoid rejection.