Rehabilitation / Re-Construction of Internal Streets at Different Wards in UC-04 Lyari, District South, Karachi

The Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) Engineering Department invites bids for the Rehabilitation and Re-Construction of Internal Streets at Different Wards in UC-04 Lyari, District South, Karachi. This tender is a significant infrastructure project aimed at improving urban road conditions and sewerage systems in the specified area of Karachi. Items being procured: - Dismantling of cement concrete work - Earth excavation and cartage of materials - Cement concrete plain work - Providing and fixing cement paving blocks - Repair of leakages in RCC and MS pipelines - Raising of existing sewerage manholes/service chambers - Excavation for pipeline trenches - Providing and laying aggregate base course - Pumping set hire charges - Laying and fixing RCC pipes - Construction of manholes and inspection chambers - Cleaning inside sewerage lines - Manufacturing and supplying RCC manhole covers - Excavation for pipe lines in soft rock - Providing and fixing HDPE pipes and fittings - Providing and fixing sluice valves - Laying PVC pipes - Providing chambers for sluice valves The technical scope includes comprehensive civil works such as excavation, concrete works, pipe laying, manhole construction, and road paving. The project requires adherence to specified standards including ASTM, ISO, and AASHTO, ensuring quality and durability. Bidders must be registered with PEC in the relevant category and possess valid NTN and SRB registrations. Experience in similar government or semi-government projects is mandatory, with specific requirements for machinery, technical staff qualifications, and financial turnover. Key dates include the bid submission deadline on 3rd September 2026 by 11:00 AM via the SPPRA e-Procurement System (EPADS). Bids will be opened online on the same day at 11:30 AM. The bid security is 5% of the estimated cost, and the bid validity period is 90 days. Submission must be electronic only; physical submissions are not accepted. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure all bid documents, including the Integrity Pact and bid security, are uploaded correctly on the EPADS portal well before the deadline to avoid disqualification. Also, carefully review the Bill of Quantities and provide rates rounded to the nearest rupee as per the High Court directive. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for qualified contractors to contribute to the urban development of Karachi by enhancing critical infrastructure in Lyari. Successful bidders will be required to provide performance security and comply with all contractual obligations as per the detailed Conditions of Contract provided.