Steel Structure Bridge and Commercial Shop Construction at Multan Railway Yard

This tender from Pakistan Railways Multan involves the construction of a steel structure public foot cover bridge at Samasatta Railway Station and the construction of commercial shops and leased out shops at various railway yards in Multan. The project includes heavy steel fabrication and civil works at multiple sites including KPR-LON section and Bahawanagar Railway station yard. The works require contractors with PEC licenses for the 2025-26 financial year and inclusion in the active Taxpayers List (ATL) of FBR. The tender follows a single stage-single envelope and single stage-two envelope system for technical and financial bids, ensuring a transparent procurement process. The estimated cost is approximately PKR 156 million, reflecting the scale and complexity of the infrastructure works. Contractors must submit bids electronically via the E-Pak Acquisition & Disposal System (E-PADS) by 12:00 noon on 17 April 2026, with financial bids opening at 12:30 pm the same day in the presence of bidders or their representatives. The Divisional Accounts Officer, Pakistan Railways Multan, is the contact point for submission and queries. The tender requires earnest money in the form of a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) and adherence to all PEC and FBR regulations for the current financial year. For compliance, ensure your PEC category matches the required C-4 or above for bridge works and C-6 or above for commercial shop construction. Verify your FBR ATL status and prepare all technical documents carefully to avoid disqualification. The tender opening is public, so timely submission and proper documentation are critical. Submit your bids electronically through the official E-PADS portal before the deadline. Physical documents must be dropped at the Divisional Accounts Officer office in Multan. Pro-Tip: Double-check the newspaper advertisement for any specific stamp duty or bid security requirements, as these are often overlooked and can lead to bid rejection.