Services for Relocation and Safe Transplantation of Mature Trees

The Office of the Deputy Conservator of Forests Gujranwala is procuring specialized services for the relocation and safe transplantation of mature trees within Gujranwala city. This procurement is aimed at firms or contractors with proven experience, technical expertise, and adequate machinery to execute the project efficiently. Items being procured: - Scientific tree excavation - Root ball preparation - Heavy crane lifting - Flatbed transportation - Reinstallation at designated safe sites - Post-transplant stabilization - Skilled arboriculture supervision - Filling of excavated pits - Machinery mobilization and operations The project covers transplantation of various tree species from G.T. Road Gujranwala (KM No.1337-1348 L&R) to Forest Complex G.T. Road Gujranwala (100 Trees) and Bela Thatha Faqirullah (425 Trees). The technical scope involves careful handling of mature trees using mechanized equipment including tree spade machines, ensuring minimal damage during excavation, transport, and replanting. The site locations are within Gujranwala, requiring coordination with local authorities and adherence to environmental standards. Eligibility criteria require firms to be registered with relevant authorities, possess valid NTN and be on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL), have experience in mechanized tree transplantation, and access to suitable machinery. Blacklisted firms are not eligible. The procurement follows Rule 38(2)(a) of Punjab Procurement Rules, 2014. Bids must be submitted online via EPADS with original bid security/CDR amounting to 2% of the estimated cost in favor of Deputy Conservator of Forests Gujranwala. The submission deadline is **16-07-2026 at 11:00 AM**. Technical bids will be opened the same day at 11:30 AM. Bids without original bid security will be rejected. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your bid security is prepared exactly as required and uploaded timely on EPADS to avoid disqualification. Also, thoroughly review the bidding documents available on PPRA and E-PADS websites to align your technical proposal with project requirements.