Providing and Fixing of Paving Blocks at Darukshan Society Ward-04 UC-06 Model Zone District Korangi Karachi

This tender invites qualified contractors in Karachi to undertake the providing and fixing of paving blocks at Darukshan Society, Ward-04, UC-06, Model Zone, District Korangi. Issued by the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation Engineering Department, this project falls under Road & Infrastructure Works & Materials and Construction & Civil Works Materials categories. The scope includes earthwork excavation, dismantling of cement concrete, cartage of materials, aggregate base course laying, and installation of cement paving blocks with specified strength and design. Additional works include excavation for pipelines, construction of manholes, RCC pipe laying, and repair of leakage in RCC and MS pipelines. The site is located in Korangi, Karachi, requiring careful handling of materials and adherence to engineering standards for durability and safety. Contractors must be registered with PEC in the relevant category and possess valid licenses and tax registrations including NTN and SRB. The tender requires submission of a bid security of 5% of the estimated cost and compliance with the Integrity Pact. The project duration is 12 months with a liquidated damages penalty of PKR 3,000 per day for delays. Bidders should prepare a detailed program of works and method statements, demonstrating technical capacity and equipment availability. The bid must be submitted online via the SPPRA EPADS portal by 17th February 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening on the same day at 11:30 AM. Ensure compliance with PEC categories, FBR active taxpayer status, and Sindh Revenue Board registration for the fiscal year 2025-26. The bid security must be submitted physically before bid opening. The contract will be executed on non-judicial stamp paper with stamp duty borne by the successful bidder. Mobilization advance and secured advance provisions are included. The tender emphasizes strict adherence to SPPRA rules and disallows joint ventures and bank guarantees for bid security. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the newspaper advertisement for specific stamp duty requirements and ensure all bid documents are signed, stamped, and free of overwriting to avoid disqualification. Also, confirm that bid amounts are rounded to the nearest rupee as per the High Court directive to prevent rejection of bids quoted in paise.