INVITATION TO BID
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.
- Time for Completion: 12 Months (subject to weather, road access, and security conditions).
- Contract Type: Measured Contract (based on Bill of Quantities).
2. KEY DATES & SUBMISSION
| Activity | Details |
| Bid Submission Deadline | 7th October,2026 |
| Submission Location | AKRSP Core Office, Babar Road, Kashrote, Gilgit. |
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 03 (Three) Civil Work projects of hydropower stations 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 five (5) years must be at least PKR 60 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
- 01 Mixer Machine
- 01 Concrete Vibrator
4. BID SUBMISSION & EVALUATION
- Bid Validity: 120 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.
5. 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.