Pre-Qualification of Contractors for M&R Works 2025-26 in Karachi

This tender invites pre-qualification applications from contractors for Maintenance and Repair (M&R) works scheduled for 2025-26 in Karachi under the College Education Department. The scope covers various civil works including concrete paving, roof repair, waterproofing, painting, flooring, and retrofitting across educational facilities in Karachi. The department requires firms with proven experience in similar projects, capable personnel, and adequate equipment to ensure quality and timely completion. The work involves handling materials like CC 1:4:8 concrete, paving blocks, waterproofing membranes, and paints over large surface areas. Karachi's urban environment presents challenges such as site accessibility and coordination with ongoing academic activities. Contractors must demonstrate technical expertise, financial soundness, and compliance with PEC registration in category C-6 or above. The evaluation includes company profile, experience, personnel qualifications, equipment availability, and financial status. Applicants must hold valid PEC registration, NTN with active ATL status, labor insurance, and ISO certifications (9001, 45001, 14001). Blacklisting or litigation history will disqualify bidders. The tender advises firms to prepare earnest money in the form of a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) and ensure all documents are complete and truthful. Joint ventures are not allowed, and a minimum qualifying score of 70% with at least 40% in each evaluation section is mandatory. Submission deadline is on the 10th of February 2026 by 23:59:59. Technical bids will be opened shortly after at the office of the Executive Engineer, W&S College Education Department, Karachi, located at 965 Quaid-e-Azam Road, Karachi. Pre-bid meeting and site visit are scheduled on 26th and 28th January 2026 respectively, both at 10:00 am. Pro-Tip: Make sure to attend the pre-bid meeting and site visit as these are mandatory and provide critical insights into site conditions and documentation requirements. Also, carefully check the newspaper advertisement for specific stamp duty and earnest money submission details which are often overlooked.