Rate Contract for Maintenance and Operation of Chotiari Dam

The Office of the Executive Engineer Chotiari Reservoir (1) Division Sanghar is inviting bids for a rate contract covering maintenance and repair works, operation, emergent work, and contingent works for the year 2026-27 at Chotiari Dam in Sanghar. This tender is specifically issued by the Executive Engineer's office located in Sanghar, Sindh. Items being procured: - Maintenance and Repair (M&R) to Chotiari Dam - Operation and Maintenance - Emergent Work - Contingent Works for the year 2026-27 The scope includes comprehensive maintenance and operational activities at the dam site, ensuring the infrastructure remains functional and safe throughout the contract period. The contract requires experienced contractors with valid PEC registration in the relevant category for bids exceeding PKR 4.50 Million. Bidders must also be registered with FBR and SRB, holding Active Taxpayer Status (ATL). Financial eligibility includes an average annual turnover of at least PKR 50 Million over the last three years, supported by audited financial statements from an ICAP-registered audit firm, income tax returns, and bank statements evidencing a closing balance of PKR 5 Million annually. The bid security is set at PKR 1.00 Million, and the non-refundable tender fee is PKR 3000. Bids must be submitted electronically through the SPPRA EPADS system by 13 August 2026 at 12:00 PM, with technical proposals opened at 12:30 PM the same day. The tender follows a Single Stage Two Envelope Procedure requiring separate technical and financial proposals. Original bid security and tender fee must be submitted in sealed envelopes to the Executive Engineer's office opposite Gama Stadium Mirpurkhas before bid opening. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure all required documents, including bid security, affidavits, and financial evidence, are properly signed, stamped, and uploaded on EPADS to avoid disqualification. Late submissions, conditional bids, or incomplete documentation will be rejected. This tender offers a significant opportunity for contractors specializing in dam maintenance and operation in Sindh to secure a year-long contract with a reputable government department.