Rehabilitation of DWSS and PCC Street and Drain Works in Orakzai

This tender invites bids for the rehabilitation of Drinking Water Supply Schemes (DWSS) and construction of PCC streets and drains in Orakzai. The Public Health Engineering Department, Orakzai, is seeking qualified contractors to undertake these vital infrastructure improvements that will enhance water supply and sanitation facilities in the region. The works include rehabilitation of DWSS at Panzari and Bezot, and PCC street and drain construction at Mirazi Khel, Mishti Killi, and Utman Khel. These projects require careful handling of civil and sanitary engineering materials, ensuring durability and compliance with local standards in a challenging terrain. Contractors must be registered with PEC and enlisted with the Public Health Engineering Department under the centralized enlistment policy for the financial year 2025-26. The tender follows the MRS-2025 (1st Bi-annual) and includes non-MRS items. Bidders should prepare for technical scrutiny including submission of detailed rate analysis and ensure compliance with FBR and KPRA active taxpayer status. The PEC registration category and FBR/ATL status are critical for eligibility, and contractors are advised to verify their credentials before submission to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline is set for 16th February 2026 at 12:00 PM, with bid opening scheduled at 12:30 PM the same day. Bids must be submitted electronically via the EPADS portal and also sent in a sealed hard copy by registered courier to the Executive Engineer PHE Division Orakzai. The physical address for submission is the office of the Executive Engineer PHE Division Orakzai. Earnest Money in the form of Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) is mandatory, and additional security is required for bids quoting 10% to 20% below the engineer's estimate. Pro-Tip: Make sure to cross-check the scanned copies submitted online with the hard copies to avoid disqualification due to mismatches. Also, carefully review the KPPRA notifications regarding bid security and additional security requirements to ensure full compliance and avoid forfeiture or blacklisting risks.