Construction and Improvement of Irrigation Channels and Flood Protection Works in District Orakzai

This tender invites bids for the construction and improvement of irrigation channels and flood protection works in District Orakzai, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, issued by the Irrigation Department. The scope covers multiple packages including the development of irrigation channels at Lower and Upper Orakzai and flood protection structures at various locations. The work involves upgrading five irrigation channels at Lower Orakzai and six at Upper Orakzai, along with constructing flood protection works at seven sites in Lower Orakzai and five in Upper Orakzai. These projects require robust civil engineering solutions to manage water flow and protect agricultural lands from flooding. The sites are spread across challenging terrain, demanding careful planning and execution to ensure durability and effectiveness. Bidders must hold a PEC license in category C5 or C6 and above, with relevant codes CE-04, and be registered with KPRA and the Income Tax Department. Compliance with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Public Procurement Rules 2014 is mandatory. Bidders should also ensure their FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL) status is current for the fiscal year 2025-26. Submission of an original Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) as earnest money is required, equivalent to 0.03% of the estimated cost. The deadline for bid submission is set for 12 March 2026 at 12:00 PM, with bid opening on the same day at 12:30 PM. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes to the Executive Engineer, Irrigation Division, District Orakzai. Pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 4 March 2026 at 11:30 AM at the office of the undersigned. Pro-Tip: Ensure the original bid security and additional security instruments are submitted before the deadline to avoid disqualification. Also, carefully review the newspaper advertisement for specific stamp duty and earnest money requirements, which are often overlooked.