Water Supply Schemes for Hydro Power Generating District Development Project Kohistan Lower

The Public Health Engineering Division Kohistan Lower is procuring multiple water supply schemes under the Hydro Power Generating District Development Project funded from 10% Net Hydel Profit. This procurement covers five packages including schemes such as Thando to Ughaz Saar Bankad, Gheel Mirkhan Khel Ranolia, Bar Kalay Ranolia, Rasheed Abad Palalo Bankad, and others across Kohistan Lower district. The technical scope involves construction and rehabilitation of water supply infrastructure including bore wells, pipelines, and related civil works to ensure sustainable water supply in the project area. The total estimated cost is approximately **PKR 18.2 Million** spread over five packages with individual scheme costs ranging from **PKR 0.5 Million to 4 Million**. Eligible bidders must be registered with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Revenue Authority (KPRA) and possess valid PEC registration for the financial year 2025-26. They should also have valid enlistment certificates from the Works Department, FBR registration, and relevant experience in similar water supply or civil works projects. Submission of Earnest Money in the form of CDR at 2% of the bid value is mandatory along with bid security and other required documents. The last date for bid submission is **06-05-2026 at 12:00 Noon**, with technical bids opening on the same day at 12:30 PM. Clarifications can be sought until 04-05-2026 at 3:00 PM. Bidders must submit their technical and financial bids electronically via EPADS and physically submit financial bid documents as per instructions. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure that if quoting more than 10% below the Engineer’s estimate, they must provide additional security and detailed rate analysis to avoid disqualification. Also, timely acquisition of the Performance Certificate from the concerned SDO is crucial for eligibility. Strict adherence to submission requirements and deadlines will enhance chances of success.