Procurement of Decoration, Catering and Entertainment Services for DUET Annual Dinner 2026 Karachi

This tender invites experienced firms in Karachi to provide comprehensive decoration, catering, and entertainment services for the Dawood University of Engineering and Technology (DUET) Annual Dinner 2026. The event will cater to approximately 350 persons and requires a complete setup including stage, lighting, live band performance, video and photography services, and SMD screen installation. The venue is expected to be a reputable farm house or banquet hall near Karachi Airport or Gadap area. The scope covers premium food catering with multiple menu options, including chicken biryani, Turkish kebabs, and dessert bars, alongside full event decoration such as carpets, lighting, acrylic chairs, and buffet setups. The technical challenge lies in coordinating live OB systems and entertainment with seamless stage and lighting arrangements to ensure a high-quality event experience in Karachi's event venues. Bidders must be registered with active Income Tax, GST, NTN, and SRB certificates and comply with SPPRA rules 2010 (amended). The tender requires submission of a fixed bid security of PKR 89,250 and a non-refundable tender fee of PKR 3,000. Firms should have at least five years of relevant experience and demonstrate financial capability with a turnover twice the estimated cost. PEC category is not applicable as this is a services tender, but compliance with tax and blacklisting status is mandatory for 2025-26. The submission deadline is **05 March 2026 at 14:00**, with bid opening at 14:30 on the same day via the SPPRA EPADS online portal. Original bid security and tender fee pay orders must be submitted physically to the Director (W&S), DUET Karachi. The physical address for correspondence is Dawood University of Engineering and Technology, New M.A. Jinnah Road, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes all required documents signed and stamped, especially the non-blacklist affidavit on stamp paper and manufacturer authorization if applicable. Missing or late bid security and tender fee submissions are common reasons for rejection, so double-check these before submission.