This tender invites qualified automobile workshops and firms in Islamabad to pre-qualify for vehicle repair and maintenance services covering the financial years 2025-26 and 2026-27. The Ministry of Interior and Narcotics Control, through the Directorate General Civil Defence, seeks reliable contractors to ensure timely and quality upkeep of its vehicle fleet under a structured contract. The scope includes minor and major repairs, routine servicing, and preventive maintenance of all vehicle models. Workshops must be equipped with modern diagnostic and repair equipment and staffed by experienced mechanics and technicians. The work will be performed primarily in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, requiring firms to maintain readiness for prompt response within one hour of notification. Genuine spare parts in original packaging are mandatory, with free replacement guarantees for substandard items. Bidders should hold valid PEC registration and be active on the FBR Active Taxpayer List for 2025-26. Compliance with tax laws and submission of all required documentation, including GST and income tax certificates, is essential. Firms must also provide affidavits confirming no blacklisting or litigation history. The tender emphasizes adherence to Public Procurement Rules 2004 and requires earnest money of PKR 20,000. The submission deadline is set for 14th March 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 11:30 AM on the same day at the Directorate General Civil Defence office in Islamabad. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes marked as Technical Proposals. Financial bids will be requested separately from pre-qualified firms. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid documents include the original affidavit on judicial stamp paper and verify your firm's registration status on the PPRA E-PADS portal to avoid disqualification. Also, double-check the bid security requirements and submission address to prevent common procedural errors.