Routine Maintenance Works on Kohala Muzaffarabad Road S-2 S-3 and IMDC

The National Highway Authority Muzaffarabad Region is procuring routine maintenance works for the fiscal year 2025-26 on key routes including Kohala Muzaffarabad Road (S-2), Muzaffarabad Chakothi Road (S-3), and Islamabad Murree Dual Carriageway (N-75) in Muzaffarabad city. This tender covers multiple contracts with chainage segments ranging from 00 to 59 kilometers across these routes, with estimated costs per contract varying from **PKR 13.6 million** to **PKR 19.2 million**, totaling approximately **PKR 168 million**. The scope involves routine maintenance works which typically include road surface repairs, patching, drainage upkeep, and other civil works necessary to maintain highway safety and functionality. The work is to be executed on-site along the specified chainages, ensuring the upkeep of these vital transport corridors. Eligible bidders must be registered with the Federal Board of Revenue and appear on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL). Additionally, a valid Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) registration in Category C-6 or above is required, with specialization codes CE-01 and CE-10 applicable. This ensures that only qualified contractors with relevant experience in road maintenance can participate. Bidding documents will be available for free download until **June 30, 2026**, from the official website. The submission deadline for bids is **July 9, 2026, at 12:00 hours**, with technical bids opening the same day at 12:30 hours. Bids must be submitted electronically via the e-procurement system, as manual submissions are no longer accepted. The submission address is the National Highway Authority office in Muzaffarabad. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on the e-PADS platform to avoid disqualification. Also, carefully prepare the Earnest Money and CDR as per the tender requirements and strictly follow the two-envelope bidding procedure to avoid technical disqualification. Early preparation and compliance with all documentation will enhance chances of success in this competitive tender.