Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP)
Project: Construction of 500 kW Bavushder MHP, Phander, Ghizer
Funded by: Energy Plus Grant (European Union)
AKRSP invites sealed bids from eligible, qualified, and experienced construction firms registered with Pakistan Engineering Council for the civil works of the Construction of a 500 kW Bavushder Mini Hydel Power Project (MHP) located in Bavushder Village, Phander Valley, District Ghizer, Gilgit-Baltistan.
1. PROJECT OVERVIEW
The project involves the construction of a 500 kW run-of-river MHP utilizing water from Bavushder Nallah. The scope includes the construction of intake and hydraulic structures, gravel/sedimentation structures, a 1,250-ft power channel, forebay and spillway, powerhouse, tailrace, retaining/protection works, and an access road (0.74 km).
- Project Location: Bavushder Village, Phander Valley, Union Council Phander, District Ghizer, Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Contract Type: Measured Contract (based on Bill of Quantities).
2. KEY DATES & SUBMISSION
| Activity | Details |
| Bid Submission Deadline | 22nd October,2026 before 12:00 pm |
| Submission Location | AKRSP Core Office, Babar Road, Kashrote, Gilgit. |
| Pre Bid Meeting | 19th October,11:00 am Sharp |
3. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Bidders must meet the following criteria. Failure to meet any single criterion will result in disqualification.
- Work Experience: Satisfactory completion of at least 02 (Two) Civil Work projects of similar Nature of at least PKR 50 Million contract value each in the past 10 years. Must be supported by work orders and completion certificates.
- Financial Capability: Average annual turnover over the last three (3) years must be at least PKR 200 Million. Must be supported by original bank statements or audit reports.
- Staff Resources:
- 1 Civil Engineer with 3 years of relevant experience as a Project Engineer.
- 1 Sub-Engineer with 2 years of relevant experience.
- Equipment Resources: Must own the following:
- 01 Excavator
- 02 Dumpers/Mazda
- 02 Mixer Machine
- 02 Concrete Vibrator
4. BID SUBMISSION & EVALUATION
- Bid Validity: 90 days from the bid submission date.
- Currency: Pakistan Rupees (PKR).
- Evaluation Method: Bids will be evaluated in two stages:
- Technical Qualification: Pass/Fail basis.
- Financial Evaluation: Lowest evaluated price among technically qualified bidders.
- Performance Security: 10% of the Bidder’s Quoted Price.
- Bid Security: PKR 2,500,000/-
- Joint Ventures are not allowed for this tender.
5 EVALUATION CRITERIA
- The Technical Proposals will be evaluated prior to opening Financial Proposals. The evaluation shall be carried out based on documentary evidence provided by the Bidder in support of their technical capability and compliance with the specified requirements.
5.1 Mandatory Criteria (Basic Eligibility)
The bidder should have the minimum requirements described below. Failure to meet in any one of the requirements shall result in disqualification and the bidder’s proposal will not be evaluated any further.
| Sr. | Description | Requirements |
| 1 | Registration with Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) | Minimum Category Requirement: C-4 or above PEC Codes: CE09, CE11(v), CE04, CE11(ii) |
| 2 | Blacklisting from any Government/Semi-Government Agency/Department. | If “YES” the applicant will not be Eligible for further Evaluation for qualification. (Original Affidavit on Judicial Stamp Paper that the firm has not been blacklisted from any Government/ Semi Government Agency/ Department till date shall be provided). |
| 3 | Warranty Undertaking | Warranty period for Transformer etc. will be 1 years and Defect Liability Period for electrical /mechanical works will be 1 year |
| 4 | Audited Financial Statements | Last 3 years Minimum annual turnover 200 million PKR average in last 3 years (Should be highlighted separately with reflection in the Income Tax Returns) |
6. HOW TO OBTAIN BIDDING DOCUMENTS
The complete set of Bidding Documents (including Instructions to Bidders, Forms, Bill of Quantities, Drawings, and Conditions of Contract) can be downloaded from the link:
Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP)
Core Office Babar Road Kashroot Gilgit
Contact Person: Mir Alam Manager Procurement
Bidders are advised to examine the full tender documents for detailed specifications, terms, and conditions. AKRSP reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids without assigning any reason.