Running of Canteen, Cafeteria and Tuck Shops on Rental Basis at NICVD Karachi

This tender invites qualified contractors to run the canteen, cafeteria, and tuck shops on a rental basis at the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD) in Karachi. The department requires experienced firms to manage food services including fast food, cold drinks, bakery items, and daily cooked meals with strict adherence to hygiene and operational standards. The contract covers multiple locations within NICVD including the main canteen, admin block cafeteria, and tuck shops near the New OPD and Emergency areas. The contractor will be responsible for interior design, installation of air-conditioning, security, and maintenance at their own cost. The facilities operate 24 hours except the New OPD tuck shop which functions 18 hours daily. The site demands high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and service with no stock outs allowed. The contractor must ensure use of quality edible oil, fresh milk, and provide subsidized meals to NICVD employees during lunch and dinner hours. Bidders must be registered with the Sindh Food Authority and comply with all tax and licensing requirements including valid NTN, STRN, and GST certificates. The tender follows PEC and FBR regulations for the fiscal year 2025-26. Earnest money in the form of a pay order of 2% of the estimated annual base rent is mandatory. The contract duration is three years, extendable annually with a 15% increase in monthly rent upon mutual consent. Submission deadline is on the 3rd of February 2026 at 11:00 a.m. via the Sindh EPADS online portal. Technical and financial bids must be submitted in one envelope with original receipts and pay orders presented physically before bid opening at 11:30 a.m. in the NICVD Conference Hall. The address for submission is NICVD, Rafiqui Shaheed Road, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes all mandatory documents such as Sindh Food Authority license, tax certificates, and bid security. Missing any of these can lead to disqualification. Also, carefully review the tender terms for stamp duty and contract agreement requirements to avoid penalties.