Shifting / Re-Routing of NTC OFC Due to Construction of Underpass at COD Chowk on Range Road Rawalpindi

The National Telecommunication Corporation (NTC) invites bids for the shifting and re-routing of its Optical Fiber Cable (OFC) due to the construction of an underpass at COD Chowk on Range Road, Rawalpindi. This procurement is for non-consultancy services involving the relocation of fiber optic infrastructure to accommodate ongoing civil works. The project is located specifically in Rawalpindi, Punjab, and is managed by NTC's Assistant Engineer at Sector I-12, Microwave Station, Islamabad Capital Territory. Items being procured: - 48 Fiber SM OFC (Duct) G.652 D Compliance (900 meters) - Joint Enclosure 48 Fiber (2 units) - HDPE pipe 2" Dia (850 meters) - Concrete H/Hole 4'*4'*4' (5 units) - Warning tape with NTC Monogram (740 meters) - Marking Post (4 units) - Marking and excavation in Kacha Trench 4' depth and 18" width with laying of HDPE pipe (500 meters) - Marking and excavation in Pacca Trench 4' depth and 18" width with laying of HDPE pipe (240 meters) - Re-instatement of Pacca (240 meters) - Bore (110 meters) - Pulling of OFC (900 meters) - Splicing (96 units) The scope includes marking, excavation, laying of HDPE pipes, pulling and splicing of fiber optic cables, and reinstatement of trenches. The contractor must ensure all materials and workmanship meet the specified standards and comply with NTC requirements. The work must be completed within 60 days from the commencement date. Eligibility criteria require bidders to be registered with relevant tax authorities, possess PEC registration with relevant active status, and have completed at least two similar projects in Pakistan. Bid security of PKR 150,000 must be submitted physically before tender opening. Bidders must not supply any equipment or materials originating from Israel or India and must provide affidavits confirming this. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0 by Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 10:30 AM. Manual submissions will not be accepted. Bid opening will occur the same day at 11:00 AM on EPADS. The procurement method is Single Stage One Envelope with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS). The contract includes a 12-month warranty period starting from the issuance of the Provisional Acceptance Certificate (PAC). Liquidated damages of 0.5% per week up to a maximum of 10% of the contract value apply for delays not caused by force majeure. Payment will be made after successful completion of work and submission of invoices, subject to tax compliance. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure timely registration and submission on EPADS v2.0 and physically submit the original bid security to avoid disqualification. Coordinate early with NTC's DE (OFC) Division Rawalpindi for site surveys and clarifications to prepare a compliant bid. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for qualified firms to engage in critical infrastructure work supporting Pakistan's telecommunications network in Rawalpindi.