Construction of Cement Paving Blocks at Haji Qasim & Mureed Khan Street, Gaghi

This tender invites bids for the construction of cement paving blocks at Haji Qasim & Mureed Khan, Hussain Lashari, Siddique Bhopani Street in Union Council Gaghi, Thatta. Issued by the Works & Services Department, Highway Division Thatta, this project falls under Construction & Civil Works Materials category. The scope includes earthwork, cement concrete, laying of paving blocks, and installation of RCC pipes over an area of 12,562 square feet. The work involves precise laying of cement paving blocks with natural colors and strength between 5000 psi to 8500 psi, including filling joints with hill sand. The site is located in Thatta, Sindh, where the contractor must manage materials, equipment, and labor efficiently to meet the engineering standards and environmental conditions. The project duration is 180 days, requiring adherence to technical specifications and quality standards as per departmental guidelines. Bidders must be licensed by the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) and comply with FBR/ATL requirements for the financial year 2025-26. The tender demands submission of a bid security of PKR 300,000 or 5% of the bid price. Contractors should ensure their PEC category matches the project scope and maintain valid tax status to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline is 10:00 AM on 13 March 2026, with bid opening at 11:00 AM the same day at the office of the Executive Engineer, Highway Division, Thatta. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes as per the Single Stage Two Envelopes procedure. The physical address for submission is the office of the Executive Engineer, Highway Division, Works & Services Department, Thatta @ Makli. Pro-Tip: Make sure to carefully check the bid security format and validity period, as well as the PEC registration category, which are common pitfalls leading to bid rejection. Also, verify the inclusion of all required documents and signatures to ensure responsiveness. Early preparation of the bid and site visit for assessment is highly recommended.