Repair, Maintenance and Restoration of Roads and Footpaths in District Malir, Korangi and South Karachi

This tender invites qualified contractors in Karachi for the repair, maintenance, and restoration of various roads and footpaths including patch work in District Malir, Korangi, and South Karachi under the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation Engineering Department. The scope covers dismantling existing asphalt, scarifying road surfaces, earth excavation, sub-base preparation, aggregate base course laying, priming coat application, and asphalt concrete wearing course laying with mechanical compaction. Ancillary works include sewerage system repairs, manhole construction, and installation of road studs and thermoplastic pavement markings. The project demands high-quality materials such as RCC pipes, M.S. pipes, and precast edge blocks, with strict adherence to specifications and standards. The site conditions require careful excavation, compaction, and surface finishing to ensure durability and safety. Contractors must be prepared to manage site logistics, including water pumping, traffic safety, and environmental protection measures. The engineering challenges include maintaining traffic flow during works and ensuring proper drainage and sewerage repairs. Bidders must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) in relevant categories and maintain active tax status with FBR and Sindh Revenue Board (SRB). Compliance with the 2025-26 fiscal year requirements, including submission of bid security, integrity pact, and adherence to PEC and FBR regulations, is mandatory. The contractor must provide a detailed construction schedule, qualified technical staff, and adequate equipment as per the tender documents. The submission deadline is set for 25th March 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 11:30 AM on the same day via the SPPRA EPADS online portal. Bids must be submitted electronically only; manual submissions are not accepted. The physical address for correspondence is the Office of The Chairman Procurement Committee, Engineering Department, Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, Office #01, Behind Dawood Engineering University, Muslimabad, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid documents include the correct Pay Order for bid security and the Integrity Pact on stamp paper as required. Double-check the rounding of bid amounts to the nearest rupee to avoid disqualification. Also, verify the availability and registration of your technical staff with PEC to meet the tender's qualification criteria.