Reconditioning of Road from Umerkot Dhoronaro Road to Village Ali Akber Patto Mile 0/0-0/5

This tender invites contractors in Umerkot for the reconditioning of the road from Umerkot Dhoronaro Road to Village Ali Akber Patto, covering a stretch of 0.5 miles. The Executive Engineer, Highways Division Umerkot, is overseeing this project under the Road & Infrastructure Works & Materials category. The project involves earthworks on berms, brick edging, base course preparation with stone metal, and a three-coat surface dressing using bitumen and crush bajri. The site is located on Kunri Road, Umerkot, and requires adherence to the Composite Schedule of Rates (CSR) 2024 with a contract period of 24 months. The scope includes excavation, laying of first-class burnt bricks for edging, spreading and compacting stone metal base course, and applying multiple coats of bitumen surface dressing. The engineering challenges include ensuring proper compaction to achieve 100% density as per modified AASHO specifications and maintaining the road camber and grade. The contractor must manage materials, machinery, and manpower efficiently to meet the technical specifications and timelines. Bidders must hold a valid Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) registration in the appropriate category (CE-10), active NTN and Sindh Revenue Board registrations, and provide an affidavit confirming no blacklisting. Financial capability is critical, with a requirement for a bank statement confirming cash availability of 20% of the estimated cost and a minimum annual turnover equivalent to the project cost over the last five years. Technical evaluation includes ongoing and completed similar works, machinery, technical staff qualifications, and financial strength. The submission deadline is set for 07 April 2026 at 09:30 AM, with technical proposals opened the same day at 10:00 AM at the Office of the Executive Engineer, Highways Division Umerkot, Kunri Road. Bids must be submitted online via the EPADs portal and physically in sealed envelopes marked 'Technical Proposal' and 'Financial Proposal'. The bid security is 5% of the tender amount, payable via Call Deposit Receipt (CDR). The contract includes a 90-day bid validity and a performance security of 8%. Pro-Tip: Ensure all mandatory documents including PEC registration, NTN, SRB certificates, and Call Deposit Receipts are complete and submitted with the technical proposal. Missing any mandatory document can lead to outright rejection regardless of technical evaluation. Also, monitor the EPADs portal regularly for any amendments or clarifications to avoid last-minute surprises.