Repair and Maintenance of Storm Water Drain Nallah in District South Karachi

This tender invites qualified contractors in Karachi for the repair and maintenance of storm water drain nallahs across District South. Issued by the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation Engineering Department, this project falls under construction and civil works, focusing on drainage infrastructure. The scope includes dismantling, concrete works, pipe laying, manhole construction, earthworks, and road metalling repairs. The work demands skilled handling of materials like cement concrete, RCC pipes, and steel reinforcements, with attention to proper excavation, compaction, and finishing to ensure durability and compliance with engineering standards. The site locations are spread throughout District South Karachi, requiring contractors to manage logistics and site challenges including dewatering, traffic management, and maintaining safety standards. Contractors must be PEC registered in relevant categories and comply with FBR and SRB tax registrations. The tender requires submission of technical and financial bids online via the SPPRA EPADS portal by the deadline. Bidders should ensure their bids include all required documents such as bid security, integrity pact, and valid licenses. PEC registration in the appropriate category is mandatory, and bidders must be on the active tax payer lists of FBR and Sindh Revenue Board for the fiscal year 2025-26. The bid security is 5% of the estimated cost, and the contract includes a performance security of 5%. The contract duration is 90 days with liquidated damages applicable for delays. Stamp duty will be borne by the successful bidder as per applicable rates. Submission deadline is set for 18 March 2026 at 10:30 AM, with bid opening shortly after. Bids must be submitted electronically through the official EPADS portal. The physical office for correspondence is the Office of The Chairman Procurement Committee, Engineering Department, Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, Muslimabad, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid documents are complete and uploaded correctly on the EPADS portal. Pay special attention to the bid security submission both online and physically before bid opening to avoid disqualification. Also, verify your PEC category and tax status are current and properly documented to meet eligibility criteria.