Providing Solar Street Lights at Various Wards of Gharo City, Thatta

This tender invites contractors registered with Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) to provide solar street lighting solutions across various wards of Gharo City, Thatta. The Public Health Engineering Division Thatta requires installation of 23 solar street light poles, including RCC foundations, MS tubular poles, GI single arm double arches, and 250 Watt solar LED lights with battery backup and sensors. The project involves civil works such as excavation, stone soiling, and concrete foundation construction, along with electrical and solar equipment installation. The site is located in Thatta, Sindh, where environmental and engineering challenges include ensuring durable foundations and reliable solar power systems suitable for local conditions. Contractors must hold PEC registration in relevant categories CE-09, CE-10, and EE-11 for electrical works, with valid licenses and specialization codes. Firms should have experience executing similar water and sewerage or solar lighting projects within the last five years, supported by satisfactory completion certificates. Financial turnover must meet or exceed 80% of the estimated cost, and bidders must be active taxpayers with valid NTN and SRB certificates. Bid security of 5% of the estimated cost is required, along with submission of audited financial statements and technical staff CVs. The bid submission deadline is set for 12:00 PM on 4th March 2026, with electronic bids to be submitted via the EPADS portal. Technical bids will be opened at 1:00 PM the same day at the Public Health Engineering Division Thatta office near Session Court & SP Office Makli. Bidders should ensure all technical proposals are attested and comply with SPPRA rules. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the bid documents for the required stamp duty and ensure the Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) for the tender fee is submitted on time. Missing or incomplete documentation is a common cause for bid rejection. Also, verify PEC category and specialization codes to avoid disqualification.