Canteen Operation Contract for 2026-2027 at Government College Women University Faisalabad

Government College Women University Faisalabad is inviting sealed bids under the Single-Stage Two-Envelope procedure as per Punjab Procurement Rules 2014 for the operation and management of the University canteen for the financial year 2026-2027. This tender is specifically for eligible firms, franchise operators, food chains, restaurants, and food-service companies interested in managing the canteen services at the university campus in Faisalabad. Items being procured: - Operation and management of University canteen for 2026-2027 The scope of this contract includes full canteen operation services, ensuring quality food service and management within the university premises. The contract requires bidders to have verifiable experience of at least three years in operating a canteen or institutional food services for educational institutions or similar organizations. Registration with FBR on the Active Taxpayers List and compliance with sales tax laws where applicable is mandatory. Bidders must not be blacklisted by any government body, and an affidavit to this effect is required. The estimated contract value is bold PKR 7,500,000, with a mandatory interest-free bid security of PKR 375,000 (5%) in the form of a CDR or bank draft from a scheduled bank in favor of the Treasurer, GCWUF. Bidding documents can be downloaded from the official university website. Technical proposals will be opened on 13 August 2026 at 12:30 PM in the Committee Room of GCWUF, with financial proposals to be opened later for technically qualified bidders. Late, conditional, incomplete bids, or those submitted by fax or email, and bids without the required bid security will be rejected. The university reserves the right to reject all bids under Rule 35 of the Punjab Procurement Rules 2014 if deemed appropriate. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure all documentation, especially the bid security and proof of experience, is complete and submitted on time to avoid disqualification. Familiarity with the Punjab Procurement Rules and timely attendance at the technical bid opening can also provide an advantage.