Improvement and Rehabilitation of Road and Sewerage Work at Rehmat Chowk Orangi Town Karachi

This tender invites bids for the improvement and rehabilitation of road and sewerage infrastructure at Rehmat Chowk, Orangi Town, District West, Karachi under the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation Engineering Department. The project involves excavation, laying of RCC and MS pipes, construction of manholes, road metalling dismantling, asphalt concrete paving, and cement concrete topping. The scope also includes repairing leakage in RCC and MS pipelines and related civil works. The estimated cost is PKR 18.4 million with a completion period of 90 days. The work site is located in Karachi, requiring careful handling of excavation and pipe laying in urban conditions. The project demands skilled workmanship for laying ASTM class-II RCC pipes, proper compaction of backfill, and precise finishing of road surfaces with asphalt and cement concrete. The engineering challenges include managing water pumping from trenches, ensuring proper drainage, and maintaining traffic flow during construction. The contractor must provide all necessary equipment including bulldozers, motor graders, dump trucks, and water tankers, and comply with technical specifications and drawings provided. Bidders must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) in the relevant category and be on the active tax payer lists of FBR and Sindh Revenue Board. The tender requires submission of bid security at 5% of the estimated cost and an integrity pact on stamp paper. The contractor must have experience in similar government projects and provide detailed documentation including financial statements, equipment lists, and staff qualifications. Compliance with PEC categories and FBR/ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26 is mandatory. The submission deadline is on the 18th of March 2026 at 10:30 AM via the SPPRA e-Procurement system (EPADS). Bids will be opened online on the same day at 11:00 AM at the office of the Chairman Procurement Committee, Engineering Department, Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, Muslimabad, Karachi. Physical submission of bids is not accepted. The contractor must ensure timely submission and adherence to all bidding instructions. Pro-Tip: Make sure to carefully review the bid security requirements and submit the Pay Order physically before bid opening as stipulated. Also, verify the exact stamp duty percentage applicable at contract signing to avoid last-minute compliance issues. Checking the SPPRA EPADS portal regularly for any corrigenda or amendments is advised to stay updated on submission details.