Catering Services for Supply of Langar at Annual Urs at Darbar Hazrat Bari Imam (R.A.) 2026

The Auqaf Directorate (Shrine Wing), Islamabad Capital Territory, invites reputed firms and vendors to submit sealed tenders for catering services specifically for the supply of Langar during the annual Urs at Darbar Hazrat Bari Imam (R.A.) 2026. This tender is aimed at caterers with a strong financial background, proven track record, and established production and distribution facilities within Islamabad and Rawalpindi. The successful bidder must be capable of cooking and supplying Langar at the Darbar Hazrat Bari Imam (R.A.) during the Urs event managed by the Auqaf Directorate. Items being procured: - Langar (Chana Pulao and Zarda) The scope of work includes the preparation and distribution of Langar at the shrine, ensuring quality and timely service during the Urs. Firms must demonstrate experience in catering or managing Langar at similar religious events or contracts, supported by a detailed company profile including staff qualifications and client lists. Financial soundness and prior experience in similar tasks are essential. Bidders must be registered with the Income Tax Department and active on the Active Taxpayer List (ATL). The procurement follows the Single Stage-Two Envelope Procedure under the Principal Method of Competitive Bidding. E-bidding documents with detailed terms and conditions are available on the EPADS v2.0 PPRA website. The bid security required is Rs. 1,300,000 (refundable) in the form of a Bank Draft favoring Deputy Director (Auqaf), Islamabad. A scanned copy of the bid security must be uploaded on the EPAD system, and the original submitted to the Auqaf office at Ground Floor, ICT Agriculture Complex, Sector G-11/4, Islamabad before tender opening. The deadline for bid submission is **11th August 2026 at 12:00 hours**, with bid opening at 12:30 hours the same day. In case of public holidays or disturbances, the tender will be opened on the next working day as per schedule. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your financial documents and company profile clearly demonstrate your capacity to handle large-scale catering with timely delivery and quality control, as this will be critical in the competitive evaluation. Also, strictly adhere to the bid security submission requirements to avoid disqualification.