The Balochistan Socio Economic Development Project (BSDP), Government of Balochistan has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for hiring qualified national and international consulting firms for consultancy services related to the construction of a major water supply system for Gwadar Town from Mirani Dam.
The consultancy assignment forms part of the Balochistan Socio Economic Development Projects Phase III and covers construction supervision and associated technical consultancy for water transmission, pumping infrastructure and related facilities. Only electronic bids through the Electronic Public Procurement System (EPPS) will be accepted. The deadline for submission is 17 August 2026 at 11:30 AM.
Request for Proposal Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Project | Balochistan Socio Economic Development Projects Phase III |
| Assignment | Consultancy Services for Construction of Water Supply System to Gwadar Town from Mirani Dam |
| Procurement Type | Request for Proposal for Consultancy Services |
| Client / Procuring Agency | Balochistan Socio Economic Development Project, Government of Balochistan |
| Project Location | District Gwadar, Balochistan |
| TSE Number | TSE-2627071144384 |
| Consultancy Estimated Cost | Rs. 404,805,000 |
| Total Project Cost | Approximately Rs. 29,000 Million |
| Procurement Procedure | Single Stage – Two Envelope Bidding Procedure |
| Bid Submission Method | Electronic submission through EPPS only; no physical bid is required |
| Bid Security | 2% as specified in the RFP |
| Last Date for Submission | 17 August 2026 at 11:30 AM |
| Proposal Opening | 17 August 2026 at 12:30 PM |
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About the Consultancy Assignment
This RFP is intended to engage an experienced consulting firm for a strategically important water infrastructure project serving Gwadar Town. The selected consultant will be expected to provide professional engineering and construction supervision services for major components of the water supply system originating from Mirani Dam.
The assignment requires extensive experience in large-scale water infrastructure, including transmission systems, rising mains, pumping stations, water treatment facilities and related civil and electromechanical works.
Project Scope Snapshot
| Component | Scope |
|---|---|
| Water Transmission | Consultancy and supervision relating to major water transmission and rising main infrastructure. |
| Pumping Infrastructure | Supervision and technical oversight of pumping stations and related pumping systems. |
| Water Treatment Facilities | Consultancy support for water treatment plant components included in the overall project. |
| Construction Supervision | Monitoring of quality, progress, technical compliance and implementation of approved construction activities. |
| Engineering Support | Professional engineering review, field supervision, testing, reporting and other services specified in the RFP documents. |
Key Qualification Criteria
Because this is a high-value consultancy assignment, participating firms must demonstrate substantial technical expertise, financial capacity and previous experience in comparable infrastructure projects.
| Requirement | Minimum / Required Criteria |
|---|---|
| Similar Assignments | At least two assignments of similar nature and complexity. |
| Financial Turnover | Minimum turnover of Rs. 200,000,000 during three subsequent previous years. |
| Tax Status | Registration with FBR for Income Tax, registration with BRA and presence on the Active Taxpayers List. |
| Professional Registration | Valid PEC / PCATP or applicable professional registration as a consulting engineering firm. |
| Blacklisting Status | The consulting firm must not be blacklisted by any procuring agency or authority. |
| Quality Management | ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System certification. |
| Occupational Health & Safety | ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety Management System certification. |
| Environmental Management | ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System certification. |
Required Project & Service Codes
The consulting firm should possess the professional registrations and codes relevant to the assignment. The advertisement mentions the following project and service codes:
| Category | Codes |
|---|---|
| Project Codes | 1206, 1204(i), 1204(iii), 1205(ii), 1210 |
| Service Codes | 0532, 0536, 0546, 0547, 0548, 0549, 0550 |
Experience & Technical Capacity
- The consulting firm should have experience in construction supervision of major water infrastructure projects.
- Similar assignments should involve projects such as water transmission systems, rising mains, pumping stations and water treatment plants.
- The advertisement specifies experience with consultancy assignments involving approximately Rs. 250 million consultancy fee and a project cost of around Rs. 10,000 million in comparable assignments.
- Relevant assignments should have been completed during the last ten years.
- The firm should possess or have access through lease arrangements to essential technical equipment required for field supervision.
- Required resources may include survey equipment, pipeline pressure-testing equipment and a mobile materials testing laboratory.
- Participating firms should provide documentary evidence supporting their technical experience, professional registrations, financial strength and availability of required equipment.
Procurement Timeline
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| RFP Documents | Available for download through the BPPRA procurement system / website. |
| Bid Submission | 17 August 2026 at 11:30 AM |
| Opening of Proposals | 17 August 2026 at 12:30 PM |
| Submission Mode | Electronic Public Procurement System (EPPS) only |
| Financial Proposal | Financial proposals will be opened only for consultants whose technical proposals are evaluated and approved. |
Proposal Submission Process
- Download the complete Request for Proposal (RFP) documents from the BPPRA Electronic Public Procurement System (EPPS).
- Review all eligibility requirements, project scope, evaluation criteria and submission instructions carefully before preparing the proposal.
- Prepare the technical proposal along with all supporting documents, including PEC registration, tax registrations, ISO certifications and evidence of similar consultancy assignments.
- Arrange the required 2% Bid Security in the prescribed form from a scheduled bank.
- Submit the proposal electronically through the Electronic Public Procurement System (EPPS). Physical bids will not be accepted.
- Ensure that the proposal is uploaded before 17 August 2026 at 11:30 AM.
- Only the financial proposals of technically qualified consultants will be opened according to the evaluation criteria mentioned in the RFP.
Evaluation & Selection Method
Consultants will be evaluated strictly in accordance with the criteria provided in the official Request for Proposal document. Technical proposals will be assessed first, while financial proposals will only be opened for firms that successfully qualify during the technical evaluation stage.
| Evaluation Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Technical Proposal | Evaluation of experience, personnel, methodology, equipment, certifications and overall technical capacity. |
| Financial Proposal | Opened only for technically qualified consulting firms. |
| Selection Method | Selection will be made according to the evaluation criteria and procedures specified in the official RFP document. |
Important Instructions for Consultants
- Only electronic bids submitted through EPPS will be accepted.
- No physical proposal or manual submission is required.
- Incomplete proposals or proposals received after the prescribed deadline will not be considered.
- The consultancy firm should ensure that all registrations and certifications remain valid throughout the procurement process.
- All supporting documents must clearly demonstrate compliance with the eligibility criteria mentioned in the RFP.
- Consultants should regularly check the BPPRA portal for any corrigendum or clarification issued before the submission deadline.
Contact Information
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Project | WSS to Gwadar Town from Mirani Dam under BSDP Phase III |
| Office | Project Director, BSDP |
| Address | BSDP Sector Office No. 1, Brangs Village, Airport Road, Quetta, Balochistan |
| Phone | 0323-8167161 |
| shjaffar2016@gmail.com |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can participate in this Request for Proposal?
National and international consulting firms, including joint ventures, meeting the eligibility requirements mentioned in the RFP may participate.
What is the consultancy assignment about?
The assignment relates to consultancy services for the construction of the Water Supply System to Gwadar Town from Mirani Dam under the Balochistan Socio Economic Development Projects Phase III.
Can physical proposals be submitted?
No. Only electronic proposals submitted through the Electronic Public Procurement System (EPPS) will be accepted.
What is the last date for proposal submission?
The deadline for electronic submission of proposals is 17 August 2026 at 11:30 AM.
How much Bid Security is required?
Each bidder must submit 2% Bid Security in accordance with the instructions provided in the RFP documents.
When will financial proposals be opened?
Financial proposals will be opened only for those consultants whose technical proposals successfully qualify during the evaluation process.
Where can the RFP documents be obtained?
The complete Request for Proposal documents can be downloaded through the BPPRA Electronic Public Procurement System (EPPS).
Official Advertisement
Interested consulting firms should carefully read the official Request for Proposal issued by the Balochistan Socio Economic Development Project (BSDP) for complete eligibility requirements, project scope, evaluation methodology, procurement conditions, required documentation and all instructions before submitting their electronic proposals.
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