Repair and Renovation of Federal Lodge Chamba House and Residential Colonies at Lahore (Additional Works)

The Estate Office Management is procuring works for the repair and renovation of Federal Lodge Chamba House and Residential Colonies located in Lahore. This procurement is specifically for additional works under the ongoing project and is planned for the financial year 2025-26. The scope includes dismantling and laying brick soling, cement concrete works, landscaping with garden soil and live grass, installation of PPRC and GI pipes, construction of chambers for house meters, fixing marble mosaic benches, metal dumpsters, calligraphy frames, media walls, kids play equipment including slides and swings, badminton net installation, and marble plaques with engraved writing. The project site is Lahore, Punjab, and the works are extensive covering civil construction, landscaping, and installation of recreational and utility fixtures. Eligible bidders must be enlisted with PEC in Category C5 or above for the year 2025-26 with specialized codes CE-09 and CE-10. They must also be registered with FBR and not blacklisted. Experience of at least three similar works with a minimum aggregate value of Rs. 27 million in the last three years is mandatory. Bidders must submit a complete item-wise priced Bill of Quantities (BOQ) and comply with all bid security requirements. The tender was published on May 26, 2026, and the closing date for bid submission is June 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with electronic submission through EPADS v2.0 only. Manual submissions will not be accepted. The bids will be opened on the same day at 11:30 AM. The contract completion period is 15 calendar days from the date of contract signing. The performance security required is 10% of the contract value, and liquidated damages apply for delays at 0.10% per day up to a maximum of 10%. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration and submission on EPADS v2.0, as late or manual submissions will be disqualified. Also, carefully prepare the BOQ with accurate unit rates and totals to avoid bid rejection. Early site visits and thorough understanding of the technical specifications will enhance bid responsiveness and competitiveness.