Auction for Running of Prisons Canteens cum Utility Stores in Balochistan for Financial Year 2026-27

The Inspector General of Prisons Balochistan invites eligible bidders to participate in an auction for the rights to run the prisons' canteens cum utility stores across various prisons in Balochistan for the financial year 2026-27. This procurement is managed by the Inspector General of Prisons Balochistan, based in Quetta, and covers multiple prison locations within the province. Items being procured: - Running rights for Central Prison Mach (1 unit) - Running rights for Central Prison Gaddani (1 unit) - Running rights for District Prison Quetta (1 unit) - Running rights for Central Prison Khuzdar (1 unit) - Running rights for Central Prison Zhob (1 unit) - Running rights for District Prison Nushki (1 unit) - Running rights for District Prison Sibi (1 unit) - Running rights for District Prison Turbat (1 unit) - Running rights for District Prison Dera Murad Jamali (1 unit) The scope involves managing the canteens and utility stores to benefit inmates by providing items and stuff usable by them, excluding any prohibited or contraband goods under law. Bidders must submit bids in the name of the Deputy Inspector General of Prisons (HQ) Inspectorate of Prisons Quetta. Auction forms are available from the Inspector General of Prisons Balochistan office on Samungli Road Quetta after payment of the non-refundable form fee via Green Challan in favor of the Inspector General of Prisons Balochistan Quetta. Eligibility criteria include submission of an attested copy of CNIC, active tax registration certificates (Income Tax, Sales Tax, BRA), and evidence of at least three similar assignments in the public/government sector in Balochistan during the last three financial years (2023-24, 2024-25, 2025-26). A valid fresh Police Character Verification Certificate is also required. The auction documents must be submitted by **28/07/2026 at 11:00 AM** at the Inspector General of Prisons office, Quetta. The auction opening will take place at **12:00 PM on 28/07/2026** at the same location. Bidders should ensure their bid security and original receipt are enclosed with the bidding form. Bid security amounts vary by prison, ranging from Rs.10,000 to Rs.50,000. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully prepare all required documentation and ensure timely submission before the deadline to avoid disqualification. Early acquisition of auction documents and verification of bid security payment will facilitate a smooth bidding process.