This tender invites pre-qualification applications for major road infrastructure projects in Neelum, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, issued by the Public Works Department (PWD), Highways Division Neelum. The projects include construction, improvement, and metalling of the Kundalshahi to Kutton road covering 5 kilometers, and the construction of a 40-meter RCC bridge at Dilpial span connecting Kundalshahi to Jagran road. Both projects are critical for enhancing regional connectivity and require experienced contractors with proven capabilities in road and bridge construction. The scope involves heavy civil works including earthworks, pavement laying, metalling, and reinforced concrete bridge construction. The site conditions in Neelum pose engineering challenges such as rugged terrain and weather variability, demanding robust construction techniques and quality materials. Contractors must be registered with PEC in Category C-3 and above for road works and C-4 and above for bridge construction, ensuring technical competence and compliance with engineering standards. Applicants should ensure their PEC registration is valid for the 2025-26 financial year and maintain a good FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL) status. The tender requires a minimum of two similar projects completed in the last five years with values exceeding PKR 257 million and PKR 90 million respectively, reflecting the scale and complexity of the works. This pre-qualification process is a gateway to the bidding stage, emphasizing financial and technical capacity. Submission deadline is set for 10th February 2026 at 11:30 AM, with bids to be submitted electronically via the E-Bidding dashboard. Hard copies of applications must be delivered within two days after tender opening to the Executive Engineer PWD Highways Division Neelum office. The office is located at Muzaffarabad Block H, DHQ Muzaffarabad. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the PEC category requirements and ensure your firm’s registration and past project values align precisely with the tender criteria to avoid disqualification. Also, verify Earnest Money and Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) details as per the tender documents to streamline your submission.