Gwadar Development Authority Tender Notice 2025 – Implementation of Gwadar Smart Port City Master Plan

The Gwadar Development Authority (GDA) has officially announced an important tender notice for the year 2025. This tender, issued under the Balochistan Public Procurement Rules 2014, invites eligible contractors and firms to bid for the implementation of the Gwadar Smart Port City Master Plan project titled:

“Construction of ICT Urban Facility & Data Centre, Gwadar”

This ambitious project reflects Pakistan’s commitment to modernizing Gwadar as part of the larger vision of transforming it into a world-class smart port city. The initiative is expected to enhance the city’s technological infrastructure and support its strategic role under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).


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Scope of Work

The tender focuses on implementing critical infrastructure within the framework of the Gwadar Smart Port City Master Plan. The specific project under this notice involves the construction of an ICT Urban Facility & Data Centre.

The project’s estimated cost is:

PKR 301,100,235


This ICT-based facility will play a key role in digital transformation, governance, and smart services for Gwadar residents, businesses, and port operations.


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Tender Fee and Bid Security

To ensure only serious and qualified bidders participate, the following conditions apply:

Tender Fee: PKR 2,000/- (non-refundable)

Bid Security: 3% of the quoted bid price, submitted in the form of a bank guarantee, deposit at call, or pay order.



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Eligibility of Bidders

The Gwadar Development Authority has outlined strict eligibility criteria to ensure that only capable, experienced, and financially sound firms participate. The main requirements include:

1. Active Tax Payer List (ATL)

Firms must be listed as active taxpayers in Pakistan.



2. No Blacklisting

Bidders must not be blacklisted by any procuring agency within Pakistan.



3. Balochistan Revenue Authority (BRA) Registration

Mandatory for participating firms.



4. Relevant Work Experience

Firms must have successfully completed at least three assignments of similar nature.



5. Financial Turnover

A turnover of at least PKR 210,770,164 in the past three years, proving the firm’s financial strength.



6. PEC Registration

Firms must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) in Category C-3 and above (with a project limit of over PKR 500 million).

Required specialized codes include:

EE04 (Low Voltage Installation)

CE10 (iv) Soil Investigation and Stabilization

CE10 (vi) General Civil Engineering Works

CE10 (ii) Slope Protection System

CE10 (iii) Concrete Repairs

CE10 (ix) Landscaping & Horticulture




7. Financial Records

Income tax returns, audited financial statements, and bank statements for the last three years are mandatory.





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Procurement Procedure

The bidding process will follow the Single Stage Two Envelope Procedure as per Balochistan Procurement Rules.

Envelope 1: Technical Proposal

Envelope 2: Financial Proposal


The technical bid will be evaluated first, and only qualified firms will have their financial bids opened.


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Tender Documents

Tender documents can be obtained electronically from the BPPRA website: www.bppra.gob.pk

Payment of PKR 2,000/- as tender fee is required.

The amount must be deposited in the account of GDA Accumulated Collection or Fund account at Bank Al-Habib Ltd., Gwadar Branch.



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Important Dates

Last Date for Bid Submission: October 7, 2025, at 12:00 noon (only electronic submissions will be accepted).

Tender Opening: October 7, 2025, at 01:00 PM on the EPPS system.


Late submissions will not be entertained under any circumstances.


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Significance of the Project

The Gwadar Smart Port City Master Plan is a long-term development blueprint for Gwadar’s transformation into a globally competitive city. This particular tender—focused on ICT and data facilities—plays a vital role in shaping the city’s digital infrastructure.

1. Digital Transformation

The ICT Urban Facility & Data Centre will enable smart governance, efficient data management, and connectivity for businesses and port activities.

2. Economic Growth

By investing in modern ICT infrastructure, Gwadar will attract both local and international investors. This aligns with Pakistan’s ambition of making Gwadar a global trade hub.

3. Job Creation

The project will generate employment opportunities for engineers, IT specialists, and skilled labor, thereby uplifting the local economy.

4. Alignment with CPEC Goals

As Gwadar is a focal point of CPEC, this project strengthens Pakistan-China collaboration in infrastructure and technology.

5. Improved Public Services

Digital facilities will improve the delivery of essential services like utilities, urban management, and security monitoring.


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How to Apply

Interested bidders should follow these steps:

1. Register on the BPPRA website.


2. Download Tender Documents electronically and pay the tender fee of PKR 2,000/- via Bank Al-Habib Ltd. Gwadar Branch.


3. Prepare Technical & Financial Proposals according to the Single Stage Two Envelope system.


4. Attach Required Documents: PEC license, BRA registration, tax returns, audited financial statements, proof of turnover, and experience certificates.


5. Submit Bids Electronically before 12:00 noon on October 7, 2025.




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Contact Information

For further inquiries, contact:

Executive Engineer (IGPCMP)
Gwadar Development Authority (GDA)
Gwadar, Pakistan

Phone: 08649201010

Email: info@gda.gov.pk

Website: www.gda.gov.pk



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Conclusion

The Gwadar Development Authority Tender 2025 is a significant opportunity for contractors and firms specializing in ICT, civil engineering, and smart city projects. With a project worth over PKR 301 million, this initiative will accelerate Gwadar’s transformation into a digital and economic hub under the Smart Port City Master Plan.

By ensuring compliance with eligibility criteria and timely submission, firms can actively contribute to shaping the future of Gwadar as a world-class smart port city.


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✅ Apply Now:

BPPRA Website

GDA Official Website