Rehabilitation and Improvement of Storm Water Drain in Upper Gizri District South Karachi

This tender invites qualified contractors in Karachi to undertake the rehabilitation and improvement of the storm water drainage system in Upper Gizri District South. Issued by the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation Engineering Department, this project falls under the Road & Infrastructure Works category and involves extensive civil works including dismantling, excavation, reinforced concrete, pipe laying, and paving. The scope covers removal of existing drainage structures, excavation in soft rock and soil, laying of RCC pipes of various diameters, construction of manholes, and surface finishing with asphalt and paving blocks. The site is located in a busy urban area of Karachi, requiring careful management of traffic and water flow during construction. Contractors must be prepared to handle engineering challenges such as dewatering trenches, maintaining structural integrity, and ensuring proper compaction and finishing of surfaces. Bidders must hold a valid PEC registration in the relevant category and be on the active tax payer lists of FBR and SRB. The tender requires compliance with the 2025-26 fiscal year regulations, including submission of bid security, integrity pact, and adherence to SPPRA rules. The contractor should have experience with similar government projects and possess the necessary equipment and qualified technical staff. The submission deadline is set for 18th March 2026 at 10:30 AM, with bid opening shortly thereafter. Bids must be submitted electronically through the SPPRA EPADS portal. Physical submissions or late bids will be rejected. The office for correspondence and bid opening is the Office of The Chairman Procurement Committee, Engineering Department, Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, Muslimabad, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid documents include the required Pay Order for bid security and the Integrity Pact on stamp paper, as missing these often leads to disqualification. Also, double-check the rounding of bid amounts to the nearest rupee as per the High Court directive to avoid rejection.