Rehabilitation and Reconstruction of Roads in Scheme-41 Surjani, Scheme-36 Gulistan-e-Hohar, Scheme-33 Gulzar-e-Hijri and Scheme-5 Clifton Karachi Package-03

This tender invites qualified contractors in Karachi to undertake the rehabilitation and reconstruction of roads across multiple sectors including Scheme-41 Surjani, Scheme-36 Gulistan-e-Hohar, Scheme-33 Gulzar-e-Hijri, and Scheme-5 Clifton. Issued by the Karachi Development Authority's Engineering Department, the project involves extensive civil works such as sub-grade preparation, aggregate base course laying, asphalt concrete binder and wearing courses, and ancillary works including median and footpath construction. The scope also includes sewerage works with pipe laying and manhole construction, ensuring comprehensive infrastructure improvement in these urban sectors. The works require contractors to use high-quality materials conforming to international and local standards, including AASHTO, ASTM, and Pakistan Engineering Council regulations. The project demands careful site management, including protection of existing utilities, traffic management, and environmental safeguards. Contractors must submit detailed construction schedules, method statements, and equipment lists, demonstrating their capacity to deliver within the stipulated 12-month completion period. The contract emphasizes compliance with PEC registration (Category C-4 or above), active tax payer status, and experience with similar projects. Bidders should ensure their PEC category and FBR/ATL status are current and meet the 2025-26 fiscal year requirements. The tender mandates submission of bid security, performance security, and an integrity pact for contracts exceeding PKR 10 million. The evaluation criteria include company profile, experience, personnel qualifications, equipment availability, and financial soundness, with a minimum aggregate qualifying score of 70%. The submission deadline is set for 11th October 2024 at 23:59:59, with bids to be submitted in sealed envelopes to the Karachi Development Authority's Engineering Department. The bid opening will follow as per the stipulated schedule. The physical address for submission and all related correspondence is the Executive Engineer, Engineering Department, Karachi Development Authority. Contractors are advised to attend the pre-bid meeting and site visits to fully understand the project requirements. Pro-Tip: Ensure all bid documents are signed and stamped on each page, and carefully check the newspaper advertisement for specific Earnest Money and stamp duty requirements, which are often overlooked. Also, verify that all technical staff are registered with PEC and that the bid is rounded to the nearest rupee as per the latest High Court directives.