Pre-qualification of Contractor for Lahore Museum Conservation and Rehabilitation by IDAP

The Infrastructure Development Authority Punjab (IDAP), Government of Punjab, invites pre-qualification applications from eligible contractors for the Master Plan for Conservation, Rehabilitation, Improvement and Upgradation of Lahore Museum (Phase-1). This is an e-procurement tender for a heritage conservation project at the historic Lahore Museum in Lahore, Punjab. The project involves comprehensive conservation, rehabilitation, improvement and upgradation works on the museum's iconic structure and grounds. Tender reference 2026/PQ/47 is being undertaken as a phased approach to ensure systematic restoration and modernization of this culturally significant institution.

Applicants must demonstrate financial soundness, relevant experience with similar conservation and rehabilitation projects, and appropriate organizational capacity. Eligible contractors should possess valid PEC registration in relevant categories, valid NTN and SECP registration, and proof of past experience completing similar nature projects within the last ten years. Joint ventures are permitted subject to execution of a joint venture agreement with joint and several liability clauses. The employer reserves the right to reject any or all applications and to accept any application in whole or in part.

Pre-qualification applications must be submitted electronically through the e-procurement portal by the closing date of 25 August 2026. Applications should include completed prequalification forms, financial statements, details of similar completed projects, current project portfolio, and required supporting documents as specified. Opening of applications will take place at the office of IDAP, 50 B-3, Gulberg-III, Lahore, on the specified date. For clarifications regarding this prequalification document, applicants should contact the employer representative at the address provided. Only one application per applicant is permitted; applications lacking required information may be rejected.

IDAP is seeking prequalified contractors for a heritage conservation project at Lahore Museum—a phased, structured upgrade of a major cultural institution. This is prequalification only; successful applicants will be invited to bid on detailed contract terms. The project is significant in scale and complexity, requiring demonstrated experience with similar conservation and rehabilitation work. The tight deadline (August 2026) and e-procurement process suggest serious intent. Contractors must show financial strength, relevant PEC category registration, and a portfolio of at least one successfully completed similar project in the past decade.

Who can bid: Applicants typically require valid PEC registration in appropriate construction or conservation category, valid NTN and SECP company registration, proof of financial soundness (audited accounts or bank statements), evidence of at least one similar conservation or rehabilitation project completed in the last ten years, and current organizational capacity. Joint ventures are permitted if registered with joint and several liability. Foreign contractors typically require investment approval and local partner involvement under Pakistani procurement rules.