Selection of Bank for Funds Management and Digital Fare Collection for Feeder Bus Services in Islamabad

This tender from the Capital Development Authority (CDA) Islamabad invites banks licensed by the State Bank of Pakistan to manage funds and provide digital fare collection services for feeder bus routes including Orange Line, Blue Line, Green Line, and EV routes under CDA Metrobus operations. The scope involves opening a dedicated bank account for fare collection and managing digital transactions efficiently in Islamabad. The project requires banks to handle fare collection digitally, ensuring seamless integration with the Metrobus system. The work involves coordination with CDA's procurement wing and adherence to e-Pak Acquisition & Disposal system (E-PADS) for bid submission. The technical bid must include a bid security of PKR 1,000,000 in the form of a Pay Order or CDR. The site location in Islamabad demands reliable banking infrastructure and digital payment solutions to support the Metrobus feeder services. Bidders should ensure compliance with Public Procurement Rules 2004 and PPRA regulations 2023. The tender requires bidders to be registered on the PPRA E-PADS portal and submit bids electronically. It is advisable to verify PEC category and FBR/ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26 to meet eligibility criteria. The tender emphasizes the importance of submitting a valid bid security and following the prescribed bid submission procedures. The submission deadline is set for 12th February 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 11:30 AM on the same day. Bids must be submitted through the PPRA E-PADS portal. The physical address for any clarifications is the Procurement & Contracts Wing, Capital Development Authority, Room No 30, 1st Floor, Block-III, G-7/4 Islamabad. Pro-Tip: Make sure to attend the pre-bid meeting scheduled on 3rd February 2026 at 11:00 AM to clarify any doubts and confirm the exact bid security format. Also, double-check the scanned copy of the bid security uploaded on E-PADS to avoid disqualification.