Repair Maintenance Renovation and Construction Works at AIOU Islamabad

This tender invites qualified contractors in Islamabad from Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) for various construction and renovation projects under the financial year 2025-26. The scope covers repair, maintenance, and upgradation works including the construction of a ladies prayer hall, beautification of the oval lawn, and water filtration plant repairs at the AIOU main campus. The projects require contractors to handle civil works involving masonry, finishing, plumbing, and electrical installations. The site is located at the AIOU Main Campus in Sector H-8, Islamabad, demanding careful coordination with campus operations and adherence to safety standards. Contractors must be prepared for technical challenges related to renovation of existing structures and integration of new facilities within an academic environment. Bidders must hold valid PEC registration in categories C-5 and C-6 as applicable, and be on the active taxpayers list of the Federal/Provincial Revenue Authorities for 2025-26. Compliance with FBR/ATL requirements is mandatory. Contractors should ensure their documentation, including Earnest Money in the form of Bid Security, meets the prescribed standards to avoid disqualification. Submission deadline for bids is **15 April 2026** by **1030 hours PST** via the e-Pak Acquisition & Disposal System (e-PADS) online portal. Original Bid Security must be physically delivered to the Directorate of Works, AIOU Main Campus, Sector H-8, Islamabad before the deadline. Bid opening will occur the same day at **1100 hours** in the New ICT Building meeting room, with bidders' representatives welcome to attend. Pro-Tip: Make sure to carefully review the PEC category requirements and upload the scanned Bid Security on e-PADS while submitting the technical bid. Missing the physical submission of the original Bid Security is a common pitfall that leads to bid rejection.