Improvement and Rehabilitation of Sewerage System and Fixing of Paving Block in Bakhtawar UC-09, Malir Town, Karachi

The Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) Engineering Department invites bids for the Improvement and Rehabilitation of the sewerage system and fixing of paving blocks in Bakhtawar UC-09, TMC Malir Town, District Malir, Karachi. This project involves comprehensive civil works including excavation, pipe laying, manhole construction, and paving block installation to enhance the sewerage infrastructure in the specified area. Items being procured: - Excavation for pipeline trenches and pits in soft rock with trimming and dressing - Provision of fence guards, lights, flags, and temporary crossings for non-vehicular traffic - Supply and installation of RCC pipes of 300 mm and 375 mm diameter - Refilling excavated trenches with compaction - Construction of manholes and inspection chambers with cement plastering and fixing of manhole covers - Preparation of sub-base with graded gravel including watering, rolling, and compacting - Hire charges for pumping set for water removal from trenches - Manufacturing and supply of RCC ring slabs and manhole covers - Dismantling of cement concrete work - Earth excavation in ash, sand, soft soil or silt - Carriage of materials like stone aggregate, bricks, tiles, timber, and fuel wood - Supply and spreading of well-graded gravel for sub-base - Providing and fixing cement paving blocks with natural and pigmented colours - Providing and fixing precast edge blocks with concrete haunching The technical scope covers all civil works related to sewerage system rehabilitation and paving block fixing, including excavation, pipe laying, manhole construction, and surface finishing. The site is located in Karachi, Sindh province. Eligibility criteria include valid PEC registration in the relevant category, NTN and SRB active tax payer status, submission of bid security of 5% of estimated cost, and compliance with the Integrity Pact. Bidders must have relevant experience in similar government sector works and provide details of machinery, technical staff qualifications, and financial statements. Bids must be submitted electronically via the SPPRA EPADS portal by 11 August 2026 at 11:30 AM. The bid opening will be conducted online on the same day at 11:30 AM. The bid validity period is 90 days. The estimated cost of the project is Rs. 19,994,000 with a penalty of Rs. 3,000 per day for delay. The contract duration is 90 days. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure all bid documents are complete, signed, and stamped as per SPPRA rules, and submit the physical bid security and Integrity Pact before bid opening to avoid disqualification. This tender offers a significant opportunity for contractors specializing in sewerage and civil infrastructure works in Karachi to participate in a well-structured procurement process by KMC Engineering Department.