Procurement and Installation of Shallow Solar Pumping Systems for Agriculture Wells in Bannu

This tender invites bids for the procurement and installation of shallow solar pumping systems on existing agriculture open wells and dug wells in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The Agricultural Engineer's office is managing this project under the ADP scheme to enhance irrigation efficiency by solarizing tube wells and open wells, supporting local farmers with sustainable energy solutions. The scope includes supply and installation of solar pumping systems designed to meet the farmer's share requirements. The site is located in Bannu, where the agricultural terrain demands reliable and cost-effective water pumping solutions. The project involves technical challenges such as adapting solar technology to existing well infrastructure and ensuring durability under local climatic conditions. Bidders must comply with KPPRA rules and submit a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) of PKR 1,000,000 as Earnest Money. Registration with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Revenue Authority (KPPRA) is mandatory. The tender follows a single-stage two-envelope bidding method, requiring separate technical and financial proposals. Firms should ensure their PEC category and FBR/ATL status are up to date for the fiscal year 2025-26 to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline is set for 18 March 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 12:00 noon the same day. Bids must be delivered to the Agricultural Engineer's office located inside the C&W Workshop near the new Bus Stand, Kohat Chungi, Bannu. Interested bidders can purchase bidding documents for PKR 5000 and access details via the Agricultural Engineering website and KPPRA portal. Pro-Tip: Make sure to carefully prepare the Call Deposit Receipt and place it inside the financial bid envelope, as bids without proper Earnest Money will be rejected. Also, verify the bid submission through EPADS to avoid disqualification due to procedural errors.