This tender from Pakistan Railways Lahore invites bids for the supply, staking, and loading of 2-inch mechanically crushed stone ballast from the Nistarabad quarry, along with the provision of water supply arrangements at the I.S Tank No.1 and water supply pipeline in Okara station yard on the SWAL-LHR section. The works are based in Lahore and Okara, Punjab, involving transportation logistics and water supply infrastructure essential for railway operations. The scope includes handling 41,500 cubic feet of stone ballast and ensuring its loading into railway wagons as per specified railway standards. The water supply work requires technical expertise in pipeline installation and tank water arrangements, critical for maintaining operational efficiency at the railway yards. The engineering challenges include managing material quality, timely delivery, and coordination with railway schedules. Bidders must be registered with PEC in category C-6 or above, with specialization code CE-10, and must appear on the FBR Active Taxpayer List with GST registration. The tender requires submission of a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) from a Scheduled Bank as bid security. Compliance with FBR and PEC regulations for the financial year 2025-26 is mandatory to ensure eligibility and smooth contract execution. The submission deadline is set for 19th January 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 11:30 AM on the same day at the office of Divisional Engineer-III, Pakistan Railways Lahore. Bids must be submitted electronically via the E-PADS system, ensuring scanned copies of bid security and other documents are uploaded before the deadline. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the tender documents for the exact specifications of the ballast and water supply arrangements, and ensure the Call Deposit Receipt is issued in the name of the Divisional Authority to avoid disqualification. Also, verify the latest updates on the Pakistan Railways procurement portal for any amendments or clarifications.