Pre-Qualification for Installation of High Efficiency Irrigation Systems in Thal

The Directorate General Agriculture (Water Management) Punjab invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the pre-qualification of supply and services companies, firms, AoPs, sole proprietors, and joint ventures for the installation of High Efficiency Irrigation Systems (HEISs) under the ADP-funded project titled Transformation of Agriculture in Thal. This project covers the districts of Bhakkar, Layyah, Mianwali, Jhang, Muzaffargarh, and Kot Addu and spans three years from 2026-27 to 2028-29. The project aims to install solar coupled HEISs on 11,000 acres on a cost-sharing basis, including solar coupled drip irrigation systems on 10,000 acres and solar powered sprinkler irrigation systems on 1,000 acres. Items being procured: - Installation of Solar Coupled Drip Irrigation Systems (10,000 acres) - Installation of Solar Powered Sprinkler Irrigation Systems (1,000 acres) The scope includes supply and installation of advanced irrigation systems designed to improve water efficiency and agricultural productivity in the Thal region. Interested firms must have proven competence and experience in similar installations and must be registered on the Punjab e-Procurement System (eP). The Pre-Qualification Document (PQD) can be downloaded free of cost from official websites including https://ofwm-agripunjab.punjab.gov.pk/, www.ppra.punjab.gov.pk, and https://ep.punjab.gov.pk/auth/login. EOIs must be submitted through the Punjab e-Procurement System by 16-11-2026 at 02:30 PM. Late submissions will not be entertained. EOIs will be publicly opened on the same day at 03:00 PM in the Committee Room of the Agriculture Department, 2nd Floor, New P&D Tower, 2-Bank Road, Lahore. The PPRA website (https://eproc.punjab.gov.pk/ViewTender.aspx) will provide response time calculations from the date of advertisement publication. Applicants should ensure all information is accurate and complete to avoid disqualification. The department reserves the right to withdraw the EOI at any time. For further information, contact the Procurement Specialist at the Directorate General Agriculture (Water Management) Punjab during office hours from 0900 to 1700 hours. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your company is fully registered and active on the Punjab e-Procurement System well before the submission deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.