Remodeling of Masjid-e-Khizra at PSO House Karachi – Steel Canopy Conversion

Pakistan State Oil Company Limited invites quotations for the remodeling and renovation of Masjid-e-Khizra located at PSO House, Khayaban-e-Iqbal, Clifton, Karachi, Sindh. The project encompasses comprehensive civil, electrical, and drainage works with a primary focus on modification and raising of the existing steel structure canopy to a height of 20 feet with provision for solar system installation. The scope includes supply and installation of false ceiling, top sheets, drain channels for rainwater management, fabrication and installation of steel structure members, and all allied works as per approved consultant drawings and Engineer-in-Charge direction. Additional works involve removal and installation of underground gravity flow storage tank with decantation and venting systems, upgradation of driveway including paver replacement and construction of vehicular access approaches, repair and relocation of existing tire shop with electrical infrastructure, and repair of boundary wall. The steel canopy conversion work is measured in 1,200 square feet.

This is a specialized civil and structural steel project for a religious building renovation at a major PSO facility in Karachi. The scope is substantial, combining canopy modification (requiring structural vetting and design compliance), full M&E installation, tank replacement, and site infrastructure upgrade. Bidders must have demonstrable experience in structural steel work, mechanical design, and coordination with approved consultants. The tight deadline (15 days to quotation) and requirement for compliance with ASTM standards, design vetting protocols, and revised drawings suggest PSO expects experienced contractors. No bill of quantities are provided—bidders must price based on scope descriptions and architectural/engineering drawings to be reviewed separately.

Who can bid: Typically, bidders for this category of construction work require registration with relevant authorities (SECP/NTN/FBR), valid PEC (Pakistan Engineering Council) affiliation for structural works, and prior experience in industrial/commercial civil projects of similar scale. The notice does not explicitly state restrictive eligibility criteria; however, the technical complexity—including compliance with ASTM A-36 steel, ASTM A-307/A-325 bolts, American Welding Society standards, and structural design vetting—indicates that only experienced structural contractors should apply.