Improvement and Rehabilitation of Traffic Corridors of Karachi Rashid Minhas Road Package-01

This tender invites bids for the Improvement and Rehabilitation of Traffic Corridors on Rashid Minhas Road in Karachi, issued by the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, Engineering Department. The project covers the stretch from Drigh Road (Shahrah-e-Faisal) to Shahrah-e-Usman 4-K Chowrangi via Nagan Chowrangi, under Package-01 with an estimated cost of PKR 1.128 billion. The scope includes dismantling existing asphalt and concrete roads, earth excavation, cold milling, aggregate base course laying, asphalt concrete wearing course, cement paving blocks, sewerage system repairs, and ancillary works such as electrical installations and beautification of bridges. The site conditions require careful planning for material handling, machinery mobilization, and adherence to technical specifications to ensure quality and timely completion. Bidders must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council in relevant categories, possess valid tax registrations including NTN and Sindh Revenue Board certificates, and demonstrate financial capability with an average annual turnover of at least PKR 376 million. The bid security is set at 5% of the estimated cost, and the contract duration is six months with liquidated damages applicable for delays. Submission requires a sealed hard copy via the official e-procurement portal by the deadline. Ensure compliance with PEC categories, FBR/ATL status, and submit all required documentation including technical proposals, financial bids, and integrity pacts. The bid opening will be public, and only technically responsive bids will proceed to financial evaluation. The submission deadline is strictly enforced, with no late bids accepted. The submission deadline is on the bold date of 2026-01-22 at 23:59:59, with bid opening shortly thereafter at the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation office. The physical address for submission is Office #01, Behind Dawood Engineering University, Muslimabad, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Verify the bid security format and validity period carefully, as non-compliance leads to disqualification. Also, check the newspaper advertisement for any corrigenda or addenda that may affect bid preparation.