Cafeteria Catering and Maintenance Services for Operations Locations

This procurement is for cafeteria catering and maintenance services at various operations locations under the Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA). The contract requires preparation and serving of lunch and dinner to all deputed staff, guests, and visitors. The contractor must maintain the cafeteria and its surroundings in a neat and hygienic condition, ensuring high standards of sanitation and safety throughout the contract period. The scope includes preparing food in a clean and safe environment, managing garbage disposal twice daily, and disinfecting kitchen and dining areas regularly. Utensils and cooking vessels must be cleaned thoroughly after every meal, and tables wiped before serving the next batch. The contractor is responsible for providing all cutlery and crockery at their own cost and ensuring their safekeeping. The contract tenure is three years, requiring a fully equipped setup and experienced staff familiar with large canteens, hostels, or messes. Eligible bidders should have relevant experience in large-scale catering services, valid FBR registration, and must comply with any PEC category requirements if applicable. Earnest Money and CDR submission will be required as per the tender documents. The technical bid should clearly demonstrate the contractor's capability to maintain hygiene and service quality. Key dates including the submission deadline and venue will be provided in the tender documents. Bidders are advised to carefully prepare their technical and financial bids, ensuring all required documents and certifications are included. A practical tip for bidders is to conduct a site visit if possible to understand the scale and specific requirements, which will help in preparing a realistic and competitive bid. Meeting the sanitation and safety standards will be critical for contract award. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for experienced catering service providers to engage with a major government authority and secure a long-term contract with consistent work and payments.