This tender invites qualified firms in Karachi to undertake surface preparation work on Level Gantry Crane No. 4 at Karachi Shipyard and Engineering Works Limited. The project falls under construction and civil works materials, focusing on specialized surface treatment to ensure operational safety and longevity of heavy lifting equipment. The scope involves detailed surface preparation including cleaning, rust removal, and priming of the gantry crane located at West Wharf, Dockyard Road, Karachi. The site demands careful handling due to proximity to marine and industrial environments, requiring contractors to apply best practices in surface treatment to withstand harsh conditions and heavy usage. Bidders must be registered with FBR and SRB for GST/SST compliance and should prepare their bids in accordance with PPRA Rules-2004. The tender requires submission of a Technical Bid and a Financial Bid in separate envelopes, with a bid security of 2% of the bid value via pay order. Firms should ensure their PEC category and FBR ATL status are up to date for the 2025-26 financial year to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline is set for 13 February 2026 at 10:00 am, with bid opening scheduled shortly after at 10:30 am for technical bids and 11:00 am for financial bids. Bids must be delivered to the office of General Manager (Yard Engineering) at Karachi Shipyard and Engineering Works Limited, West Wharf, Dockyard Road, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Make sure to verify the exact stamp duty and bid security requirements as per the newspaper advertisement, as these are commonly overlooked and can lead to bid rejection. Also, downloading the bidding documents from the official KS&EW website can save time and ensure you have the latest terms and conditions.