Cost of Others for Mines & Minerals Department Punjab

The Mines and Minerals Department Punjab, based in Lahore, is inviting bids for a contract categorized as 'Cost of Others'. This procurement is open to firms and contractors registered on the Punjab e-Procurement System and PPRA website, with valid registration under relevant tax authorities including Income Tax, Sales Tax, and Punjab Sales Tax. The tender reference number is E&A(MMD)1-1/2026-27. Items being procured: - Cost of Others (specific items not detailed in the notice) The scope involves procurement under the cost of others category, with the quantity estimated and subject to adjustment as per PPRA rules. Bidders must submit their offers based on the accounting unit specified in the tender documents. The bidding process follows the Punjab Procurement Rules 2014, Rule 38(2)(a), using a single stage one envelope procedure conducted electronically via the Punjab e-Procurement System. Eligibility criteria include registration with relevant tax authorities and Punjab e-Procurement System, with compliance to tax and sales tax regulations. The bid security (CDR) must be 5% of the estimated cost, amounting to PKR 235,550, refundable and payable to the Mines & Minerals Department. The successful bidder will also be required to provide a performance guarantee of 10% of the contract amount prior to contract execution. The bid receipt deadline is 19th August 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 11:30 AM the same day. Bidding documents are available for download from the PPRA website and Punjab e-Procurement System. All bids must be signed, stamped, and submitted without overwriting or cutting, and must include all applicable taxes and transportation costs. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your bid security (CDR) is prepared correctly and submitted on time through the Punjab e-Procurement System to avoid disqualification. Also, carefully review the tender conditions and submit your rates on the prescribed forms to comply fully with the tender requirements.