Procurement of Cafeteria Services for Canteen at SBP BSC Rawalpindi

This tender invites bids for cafeteria services at the State Bank of Pakistan Banking Services Corporation (SBP BSC) in Rawalpindi, focusing on food and catering services. The department requires a service provider to manage the canteen operations including food preparation, serving, and maintaining hygiene standards for approximately 2520 sq ft kitchen area serving 50-80 visitors daily. The scope includes breakfast, lunch, and tea services with quality ingredients and reputable brands, ensuring fresh, hygienic, and tasty meals. The service provider must also manage store operations, staff security clearances, and maintain cleanliness and health standards as per Bank requirements. The contract demands compliance with all applicable laws, including PEC and FBR regulations, and requires the bidder to be on the Active Taxpayer List. The service provider must submit a bid security of PKR 50,000 and provide a performance guarantee valid 28 days beyond contract expiry. The contract is initially for one year, renewable annually for up to three years based on performance. Submission is through the e-PADS portal with a single stage two envelope procedure. The Bank will provide utilities and premises but the service provider is responsible for utensils, cutlery, and food quality. Bidders should ensure their PEC category and FBR status are current for the 2025-26 financial year and meet all eligibility criteria including no blacklisting. The Bank emphasizes strict adherence to hygiene SOPs, quality control, and timely service delivery. The contract includes penalties for non-compliance and poor performance, with a maximum liquidated damages cap of PKR 200,000. The submission deadline is on the 3rd of March 2026 at 11:00 AM PKT, with bid opening at 11:30 AM the same day at the SBP BSC Rawalpindi office. Bids must be submitted electronically; manual bids are not accepted. The physical address for bid security submission is Chief Manager, 1st Floor Old Building, SBP BSC, The Mall, Rawalpindi. Pro-Tip: Ensure to submit the original bid security before the deadline and attend the pre-bid meeting on 17th February 2026 via Zoom to clarify technical requirements and avoid common pitfalls in documentation.