Catering Services for Balochistan Public Service Commission Quetta

This tender invites qualified firms in Quetta to provide catering services for the Balochistan Public Service Commission. The scope includes supplying fresh food items throughout the contract period, ensuring quality standards approved by the Procurement Committee, and maintaining proper hygiene and temperature control during supply. The service demands a firm with experience in similar assignments and a strong local presence in Quetta to meet operational requirements effectively. Applicants must hold valid registration certificates including BR and Sales Tax, be on the Active Taxpayer List, and not be blacklisted by any Pakistani procuring agency. The estimated cost is PKR 18 million, reflecting the scale and quality expected. Joint ventures are not allowed, emphasizing the need for a single capable entity. The procurement follows Balochistan Public Procurement Rules 2014, ensuring transparency and compliance. Bidders should ensure their PEC category aligns with service provision and verify their FBR/ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26 to avoid disqualification. The tender requires earnest money in the form of a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) and submission of technical and financial bids as per the rules. The submission deadline is set for 13 February 2026 at 12:15 PM, with bid opening at 1:15 PM the same day at the Balochistan Public Service Commission office on Samungli Road, Quetta. Interested parties can obtain EOI documents via pay order or download from the BPPRA website. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the newspaper advertisement for specific stamp duty and earnest money requirements, as these are commonly overlooked and can lead to bid rejection.