Development of Water Supply and Street Lighting in UC-06 Jam Nagar TMC Baldia District Keamari

This tender invites qualified contractors in Karachi under the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, Engineering Department for the development of water supply lines and street lighting in UC-06 Jam Nagar TMC Baldia District Keamari. The project includes installation of 4000 feet of 4-inch water line, 2000 feet of 6-inch water line, laying 40,000 feet of tiles from Ward 1 to Ward 4, and installation of 300 streetlights, covering plumbing, civil, and electrical infrastructure. The scope involves excavation, pipe laying with RCC and HDPE pipes, construction of manholes, refilling trenches, and road surface restoration with cement concrete and paving blocks. The site is located in Karachi, requiring careful coordination with local authorities and adherence to engineering standards for urban infrastructure. Contractors must manage logistics, equipment mobilization, and ensure quality workmanship under the supervision of the Engineering Department. Bidders must hold valid PEC registration in the relevant category and be on the active tax payer lists of FBR and Sindh Revenue Board. Compliance with the 2025-26 fiscal year requirements, including submission of audited financial statements and integrity pact, is mandatory. The tender demands a bid security of 5% of the estimated cost and adherence to SPPRA rules. The contract includes a 90-day completion period with liquidated damages for delays. Submission deadline is on the 18th of March 2026 at 10:30 AM via the SPPRA EPADS online portal. Bid opening will be conducted online on the same day. Physical bid submissions are not accepted. The office for correspondence is the Chairman Procurement Committee, Engineering Department, Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, Office #01, Behind Dawood Engineering University, Muslimabad, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid documents include the Pay Order for bid security physically submitted before bid opening and verify all PEC and tax registrations are current. Also, carefully check the newspaper advertisement for any corrigenda or specific stamp duty requirements to avoid disqualification.