Improvement and Rehabilitation of Traffic Corridors of Karachi, Rashid Minhas Road Package-01

Improvement and rehabilitation works for Rashid Minhas Road in Karachi are being procured by the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, Engineering Department. This project covers the stretch from Drigh Road (Shahrah-e-Faisal) to Shahrah-e-Usman 4-K Chowrangi via Nagan Chowrangi, under ADP #1942/2025-26. The scope includes dismantling existing asphalt and concrete pavements, earth excavation, scarifying road surfaces, laying aggregate base courses, priming, and asphalt concrete wearing courses. Additionally, the project involves construction of cement paving blocks, repair of sewerage and water pipelines, raising manholes, and relocation of pedestrian bridges. The estimated cost is PKR 1.128 billion with a completion period of 6 months. The project demands high-quality materials such as 3750 PSI precast edge blocks, 5000-8500 PSI cement paving blocks, and asphalt concrete mixed as per approved job mix formulae. The site conditions in Karachi require careful management of traffic and safety during execution. Contractors must ensure compliance with Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) registration, FBR tax requirements, and provide detailed construction schedules and method statements. Bidders should be financially sound with an average annual turnover matching the project scale and possess adequate equipment including bulldozers, motor graders, vibratory rollers, and concrete batching plants. The bid security is 5% of the estimated cost, and submission is through sealed hard copy and online portal as per SPPRA rules. Submission deadline is on 22nd January 2026 by 11:00 AM, with technical bids opened the same day at 11:30 AM at the office of the Chairman Procurement Committee, KMC. The physical address is Office #01, Behind Dawood Engineering University, Muslimabad, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Ensure all bid documents are complete and attested, and pay special attention to the Integrity Pact requirements and PEC registration validity. Missing or incomplete documentation is a common cause for disqualification. Also, verify the bid security submission as per SPPRA guidelines to avoid rejection.