Cash in Transit Services for Central Punjab Circle Pakistan Post

This tender invites bids for Cash in Transit services across multiple districts including Lahore, Okara, Kasur, Narowal, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Faisalabad, Nankana Sahib, Sheikhupura, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, and Chiniot under the Pakistan Post Central Punjab Circle. The department requires well-established security firms with a fleet of GPS-enabled, bulletproof cash vans to securely transport cash between General Post Offices, Post Offices, and banks. The scope covers daily cash transportation during working days and off days, ensuring compliance with State Bank SOPs. The service provider must maintain a minimum fleet of 30 armored vehicles equipped with CCTV and live geo-fencing. The contract demands comprehensive insurance coverage for cash in transit and company employees, with strict adherence to security protocols including sealed shipments and detailed shipment receipts. The operational challenge lies in coordinating timely pickups and deliveries across a wide geographic area while maintaining high security standards. Bidders must be registered with the Income Tax and Sales Tax departments, be on the Active Taxpayers List of FBR, and hold all necessary federal and provincial permits for cash conveyance. PEC category is not applicable as this is a service contract. The tender requires submission of technical and financial bids separately under the single stage two envelope procedure. Compliance with PPRA rules, including submission of bid security and performance guarantees, is mandatory. The contract duration is three years, extendable based on performance. The submission deadline is set for 28th April 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening 45 minutes later at the Conference Room of the Postmaster General Central Punjab Circle Lahore. Bids must be uploaded via the EPADS online portal, with original bid security and payment receipt submitted physically. The physical address for queries and document collection is the office of the Postmaster General Central Punjab Circle Lahore. Pro-Tip: Ensure your technical bid includes all required affidavits and proof of fleet specifications as missing documents will lead to disqualification. Also, double-check the EPADS portal for any updates or amendments to the tender conditions before submission.