Procurement of Works for Small Contracts up to Rs. 2.5 Million

This procurement concerns works contracts with a financial volume up to Rs. 2.5 million, intended for execution by firms or persons licensed by the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) in the appropriate category where applicable. The procuring agency invites sealed bids for complete scope of works, emphasizing that partial bids will be rejected as non-responsive. The procurement is designed for small contracts under the National Competitive Bidding (NCB) framework, with funds arranged from the procuring agency's own sources or federal/provincial donors. The scope includes civil works measured by standard instruments, with detailed specifications, drawings, and conditions of contract to be provided by the procuring agency. Bidders must provide evidence of eligibility including PEC registration (if applicable), FBR registration, financial statements, and experience of similar works in the last 3 to 5 years. The bidding documents include instructions to bidders, bidding data, schedules, conditions of contract, standard forms, specifications, and drawings if any. Bids must be accompanied by bid security of not less than 1% and not more than 5% of the bid price. The bid validity period is typically up to 60 days. The contract includes clauses on commencement, completion, liquidated damages, termination, extension of time, quality control, inspection, and dispute resolution. Payments are made on interim and final bill basis, with retention money and security deposits as per contract terms. The procuring agency reserves the right to reject any or all bids as per SPP Rules 2010. Bidders are advised to carefully prepare their technical and financial bids, ensuring compliance with all requirements. The submission deadline and venue will be specified by the procuring agency. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely submission of all required documents including bid security and to attend the bid opening to clarify any queries. This tender is relevant for contractors experienced in small-scale civil works and familiar with Pakistan's public procurement regulations.