CDA set to open bids for underpass in sectors G–7, G-8

Kashmir Highway in the process of rehabilitation

ISLAMABAD: Capital Development Authority (CDA) has completed the process of opening technical bids of the under pass being constructed at Faisal Avenue G-7/G-8.

Through newspapers sealed bids for the construction of the under-pass were sought which were opened on Friday.

Thirteen firms participated in the process; however, two firms remained non-responsive therefore, stand unqualified for participating in the process. While accepting the bids of 11 firms, a committee under the supervision of CDA Works director general has been constituted. The committee after analysing the technical bids will submit its report accordingly. The committee has deputy financial advisor, roads (north) director, contracts director, QS director and roads deputy director as its members.

The head of the committee has been directed to carryout an analysis of the technical bids and submit the report shortly, so that after financial bids, work on the public welfare project can commence as the project has already been delayed.

It is pertinent to mention here that incumbent management of the CDA not only prioritised this project but also took practical steps to make it implementable. After completing of codal formalities, CDA-Development Working Party in its 43rd meeting extended the deadline for the construction of the facility.

However, it was ensured that the cost and location of the project will remain unchanged. In light of the decision, CDA through advertisements sought technical and financial bids. In the light of the committee’s report, the financial bids will be opened and work would be awarded to the lowest bidder.

Rehabilitation of Kashmir Highway underway

CDA along with Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Administration and Islamabad Metropolitan Corporation (IMC) is rehabilitating the Kashmir Highway, as work to remove debris from the area has been completed.

After the retrieval of land from illegal occupants and levelling of the debris of demolished structures, a tree plantation activity in the area is in full swing.

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Taking advantage of the monsoon season, a massive tree plantation is being carried out in the vicinity so that the survival rate can be maximized.

Furthermore, saplings of indigenous species as well as grown plants are being planted to ensure their survival. While carrying out a tree plantation, ever green trees are preferred so that they not only add to the beauty of the city but could have a better impact on the environment.

The species which are being planted include Amaltas, Bottlebrush, Kachnar and Sukhchain. Residents of the city and other organisations are also being engaged in the process.

The tree plantation is being carried out with mutual collaboration of CDA, ICT Administration and IMC.

CDA has reiterated that it will provide its assistance in all the efforts aimed for the beautification of the city.

CDA continues operation against encroachments

CDA and Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Administration conducted joint anti-encroachment operations in the different areas of Islamabad, particularly on the GT Road (Jhangi Syedan) onward to Motorway Chowk) and removed encroachments and demolished illegal constructions in connection with the on-going anti encroachment drive.

During the operation conducted in Sector F-12 and Sector G-7/4 the CDA removed illegal constructions including nine rooms and four boundary walls. While in Sector I-11/2, two cattle ranches were demolished.

Similarly an operation was conducted in PHA Flats, Sector G-7/2 and 95 Parking Sheds and an illegal garage adjacent to Block No.50 were demolished.

Published in The Express Tribune, July 13^th, 2019.