Solarization of Masajids in Tehsil Batkhela and Surrounding Areas

The Local Government and Rural Development Department at Tehsil Headquarter Batkhela, District Malakand, is procuring solarization works for multiple Masajids under the Hydro Power Generating Districts Development Project for the financial year 2025-26. This project covers solarization at four key locations: Tehsil Batkhela, Dheri Julagram & Khar, Lower & Upper Batkhela, and Middle Batkhela & Saman Abad, with an aggregate estimated cost of **PKR 28 million**. The technical scope involves installation of solar power systems at these Masajids, contributing to sustainable energy solutions in the region. Bidders must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) in Category C6 or above, with specialization in solar installation (EE11 with EE11(vi)). Additionally, valid registration with the Electrical Inspectorate of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Centralized enlistment with the C&W Department Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and active registration with FBR and KPRA for tax purposes are mandatory. The tender process follows a single stage single envelope procedure. The earnest money (bid security) ranges from PKR 120,000 to PKR 200,000 depending on the lot. The last date for electronic bid submission is **07 May 2026 at 11:00 AM**, with bid opening at 12:00 PM the same day. Bidders must submit call deposit receipts (CDR) in favor of the Assistant Director (Senior), LG&RDD Tehsil Headquarter Batkhela, physically delivered before bid closing. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure that all bid documents are filled neatly and uploaded on the official EPADS portal without any cutting or overwriting, as such alterations will lead to disqualification. Compliance with all mandatory requirements in the Standard Bidding Documents (SBDs) is crucial for eligibility and further evaluation.