Renovation of New Ampoule and Biotech Section at Dow Institute of Life Sciences Karachi

This tender invites qualified contractors in Karachi to undertake the renovation of the New Ampoule and Biotech Section at the Dow Institute of Life Sciences (D.I.L.S). Issued by the Dow University of Health Sciences, the project covers extensive civil works including cleanroom system installation, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and ancillary utilities. The scope demands specialized construction materials such as 50mm thick cleanroom wall and ceiling panels, stainless steel piping for purified water and gases, and advanced HVAC systems with air handling units and ducting. The site is located at Baba-e-Urdu Road, near Civil Hospital, Karachi, requiring contractors to manage logistical and engineering challenges typical of urban hospital environments. The project requires compliance with Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) specialized codes CE-09, CE-10, EE-01, EE-02, and EE-04, ensuring contractors have the technical capacity for pharmaceutical-grade construction. Bidders must be registered with active tax status on FBR and Sindh Revenue Board (SRB) websites, hold valid electrical inspector licenses, and possess ISO 9001:2015 and 45001:2018 certifications. Financially, firms must demonstrate an average annual turnover of at least PKR 400 million over the last three years and provide audited financial statements. The bid security is set at PKR 8 million, with performance security at 5% of the contract value. Submission deadline is strictly set for **12th January 2026 at 23:59:59** with bid opening to follow as per the tender notice. Bids must be submitted online via EPADS portal, with technical and financial proposals uploaded separately. The physical address for correspondence and clarifications is the Office of the Director Works & Services, Dow University of Health Sciences, DMC Campus, Baba-e-Urdu Road, Karachi. Contact details include phone +92-21-38771000 Ext. 5814 and email rahim.khan@duhs.edu.pk. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes all mandatory documents such as CNIC copies, PEC certificates, valid licenses, and complete technical specifications. Pay special attention to the bid security format and validity period. Missing or incomplete documentation is a common cause for disqualification. Also, verify the exact stamp duty requirements in the newspaper advertisement to avoid procedural delays.