Procurement and Installation of 1000 Meter 12-Core Optical Fiber Between JTC to Radar at JIAP Karachi

The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) Karachi is procuring and installing a 1000 meter 12-core single mode optical fiber cable between JTC to Radar at Jinnah International Airport Karachi. This procurement includes excavation and laying of PVC ducts underground at 3 feet depth, construction of main holes approximately every 100 meters along the route, and the supply, laying, installation, testing, and commissioning of the fiber optic cable including jointing, termination, and OTDR testing. The scope covers all related civil and technical works to ensure a fully functional fiber optic link. Bidders must be registered with valid NTN and GST, appear on the Active Taxpayer List of FBR, and have relevant experience with similar projects supported by purchase orders, work orders, and satisfactory completion certificates. The technical bid must include detailed technical literature and compliance documents. The bid security amount is PKR 50,000 and must be submitted in original with the financial bid and a copy with the technical bid. Performance bond of 5% of the total contract value is required upon award. The bid submission deadline is 23rd June 2026 by 11:00 hours via the PPRA EPADS portal, with bid opening at 11:30 hours the same day at the Logistics Section, JIAP Karachi. Bidders should carefully follow the single stage two envelope procedure and ensure all documents are complete and compliant. The contract delivery period is 60 days from signing. The submission address for original bid security and queries is OIC Logistics, Level-6, Main Terminal Building, Jinnah International Airport Karachi. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely submission of the original bid security in hard copy before the closing date to avoid outright rejection. Also, registering and uploading bids on the EPADS portal well in advance is recommended to avoid last-minute technical issues.