This tender invites bids for the maintenance and repair of VIP Rest House Suit No. 02 located at SJC Clifton, Karachi under the Provincial Buildings Division No.I Karachi. The project falls under the Construction & Civil Works Materials category and is a critical refurbishment task in Karachi, Sindh. The department requires skilled contractors to execute the repair work using quality materials as per the Composite Schedule of Rates and market rates. The site is situated in a prime urban area, demanding careful handling of engineering challenges such as structural integrity and finishing standards to maintain the rest house's VIP status. The scope includes detailed repair and maintenance works with strict adherence to specifications and drawings provided by the Executive Engineer. Contractors must ensure timely completion within two months from the date of commencement, with no allowance for mobilization advance. The contract enforces a 10% security deposit and a 5% bid security, which converts into a performance guarantee upon award. The contractor must comply with all safety and quality control measures, including defect liability periods and site clearance post-completion. Bidders should be registered with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and Sindh Revenue Board (SRB), be on the Active Taxpayer List (ATL), and hold a valid PEC registration where applicable. The tender requires submission of a 5% earnest money in the form of Call Deposit Receipt or Pay Order. Contractors must also provide evidence of similar past projects and ensure no blacklisting or litigation issues. Compliance with income tax and sales tax deductions as per government policy is mandatory. The submission deadline is set for 29th January 2026 at 10:00 AM, with bid opening scheduled the same day at 11:30 AM at the office of the Executive Engineer, Provincial Buildings Division No.I Karachi, located at Barrack No.18, Block 4-A, Sindh Secretariat Saddar Karachi. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes referencing the tender number and work name. Pro-Tip: Make sure to carefully review the newspaper advertisement and tender documents for specific stamp duty and bid security requirements, which are often overlooked and can lead to disqualification. Also, ensure all technical and financial documents are complete and properly signed to avoid rejection during evaluation.