Construction of Steel Overhead Pedestrian Bridges with Motorcycle Ramps on N-5 in Punjab-North Region

This tender invites qualified contractors to undertake the construction of steel overhead pedestrian bridges along with motorcycle ramps on the National Highway N-5 in Punjab-North Region, specifically near Pakka Mile and other locations. Issued by the National Highway Authority (NHA), Lahore, this project focuses on enhancing pedestrian safety and traffic flow on one of Pakistan's busiest highways. The scope includes fabrication and installation of steel pedestrian bridges, motorcycle ramps, and the installation of pre-fabricated steel overhead bridges. The work involves advanced civil engineering techniques, requiring expertise in steel structure assembly and site management in the Lahore region. Contractors must be prepared to address challenges such as traffic management during construction and ensuring structural integrity under heavy usage. Bidders must hold valid PEC registration in category C-4 or C-5 with specialization codes CE-01, CE-02, and CE-10. Compliance with FBR's Active Taxpayers List (ATL) and PEC requirements for the fiscal year 2025-26 is mandatory. Firms should ensure their documentation, including Earnest Money and Call Deposit Receipt (CDR), aligns with the stipulated guidelines to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline is set for 25th March 2026 at 11:00 AM, with technical bids opening at 11:30 AM on the same day. Bids must be submitted electronically via the e-bidding portal. The physical address for correspondence is the office of the General Manager (Maintenance), Punjab-North, NHA, Shahpur Interchange, Thokar Niaz Baig, Multan Road, Lahore. Pro-Tip: Ensure your EPADS (PPRA) registration is active and up to date on www.eprocure.gov.pk, as manual submissions will soon be phased out. Also, carefully review the bidding documents for specific stamp duty and Earnest Money requirements, which are commonly overlooked and can lead to bid rejection.