Digital Thermal Offset Plates

The Pakistan Security Printing Corporation (PSPC) based in Karachi, Sindh, is inviting bids for the procurement of digital thermal offset plates for the fiscal year 2026-27. This procurement is part of a planned fund allocation to cover eligible payments under the contract referenced as LP/T-2428/26/AA with tender number P64295. The procurement is managed by the Deputy Manager at PSPC, located at Jinnah Avenue, Malir Halt, Airport Sub-Division, Malir District, Karachi. Items being procured: - Digital Thermal Offset Plates The scope of this procurement involves the supply of digital thermal offset plates, which are critical for the printing operations of the corporation. Bidders must ensure compliance with the technical specifications and requirements detailed in the bidding documents available on the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 portal. The procurement process follows a Single Stage-One Envelope procedure using the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique in accordance with the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Eligible bidders must submit bids accompanied by bid security in the form of Pay Order or Bank Guarantee as specified in the bidding documents. All bids must be submitted electronically through EPADS v2.0 by the deadline. Manual submissions will not be entertained. Bidders are required to be registered on EPADS v2.0 to participate. The key submission deadline is Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with bid opening scheduled for 11:30 AM the same day. Interested bidders can access the bidding documents and registration tutorials via the provided EPADS and vendor portal links. The procuring agency emphasizes adherence to all procedural requirements and encourages bidders to review the Public Procurement Rules and grievance redressal mechanisms. A practical tip for bidders is to complete their EPADS v2.0 registration well in advance and thoroughly review the bid security requirements to avoid disqualification. Ensuring all documents are correctly uploaded and submitted electronically before the deadline is crucial for successful participation in this tender.