Providing and Fixing Metallic Safety Grill with Structural Repair Works at SBP Head Office Karachi

This tender invites bids for providing and fixing metallic safety grills in missing portions under the slab and beams, along with structural repair works in the Banking Hall of the State Bank of Pakistan Head Office Karachi. The project is managed by the Engineering Department of SBP Banking Services Corporation and falls under the construction and civil works category in Karachi, Sindh. The scope includes fabrication and installation of aluminum grills using 2" wide 2mm thick aluminum flat patti sections with 3"x3" grill openings, matching the existing style and pattern. Structural repairs involve applying cement-sand mortar mixed with latex bonding agent, fixing metal chicken mesh, and providing temporary supports under slabs and beams. The work requires scaffolding at heights of about 30 feet and includes painting and finishing as per specifications. The contract duration is 200 days, with a detailed bar-chart work program required from bidders. Bidders must hold valid Pakistan Engineering Council registration in category C-6 or above with specialized CE-10 category, be registered with FBR and on the Active Taxpayers List, and demonstrate experience with at least two projects of Rs. 3 million each in the last five years. The bid security is PKR 150,000, and performance security is 10% of contract price. The contract is governed by FIDIC Red Book 2017 conditions, with a defects notification period of 365 days. Submission deadline is on the 12th of March 2026 at 12:00 PM via the EPADS online portal, with technical bids opened at 12:30 PM the same day. The physical address for submission of original bid security is the Engineering Department, SBP Banking Services Corporation, 1st Floor Bolton Market Building, MA Jinnah Road, Karachi. Bidders should ensure compliance with PEC category, FBR registration, and provide all required documentation to avoid disqualification. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the detailed specifications and ensure the bid security original is submitted before the deadline to avoid immediate disqualification. Also, prepare a comprehensive work program aligned with the KPIs provided, as bids without this will be deemed non-responsive.