AUCTION: Disposal of Obsolete Zinc Plates by National Book Foundation

NOTE: This is an AUCTION/LEASE notice, not a procurement tender. Bidders pay the department to acquire ownership, lease, rental, or collection rights. The National Book Foundation invites electronic bids for the disposal of obsolete zinc plates on an as is where is basis. This auction is conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0, ensuring a transparent and efficient bidding process for interested firms, companies, individual consultants, and sole proprietorships. The items being auctioned include obsolete zinc plates, with no further subdivision or lots specified in the notice. Bidders must be registered with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for Income Tax and Sales Tax and must be on the Active Taxpayer List. PEC registration requirements may apply if disposal involves civil, electrical, or mechanical works. Manual bids will not be accepted; all bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0. The auction documents, including detailed terms, conditions, specifications, and requirements, are available on the EPADS portal at https://vendors.epads.gov.pk/. Bidders can search using the Disposal Activity ID No. D10819. Electronic bids must be submitted by Monday, October 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with online opening at 11:30 AM the same day. Participants will be automatically notified of preliminary results through EPADS, with final results communicated as per bidding documents. The Grievance Redressal Committee (GRC) notification is also available on EPADS and the procuring agency's website if available. This auction offers a practical opportunity for registered bidders to acquire obsolete zinc plates from a reputable government entity in Islamabad. A useful tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration and submission through EPADS to avoid disqualification, as manual bids are not accepted and the system automatically notifies bidders of results.