This tender invites bids for the supply of dry ration herb items to the Pakistan International Airlines Flight Kitchen in Karachi for the fiscal year 2026-27. The Supply Chain Management Department of PIACL requires these food items to maintain quality standards for both international and domestic flights. The scope includes items such as tamarind paste, green chili paste, papaya paste, BBQ sauce, mint paste, oregano, thyme, tabasco sauce, and rosemary. These items must be delivered on an as-and-when-required basis to the PIA Flight Kitchen and respective stations, ensuring timely and hygienic supply. The procurement process follows a single stage two envelope system where technical and financial proposals are submitted separately. Bidders must provide quality samples, technical literature, company profiles, and valid certifications including GST and NTN for local bidders. The tender emphasizes strict compliance with delivery schedules and quality standards, with penalties for late delivery and non-conformance. The contract duration is one year with possible extension, and suppliers must adhere to hygienic standards and provide test reports for HACCP compliance. Bidders should ensure they meet PEC category requirements and maintain active FBR/ATL status for the financial year 2025-26. The tender fee is PKR 20,000 and earnest money is station-wise PKR 100,000 for Karachi. Payment terms are net thirty days, and prices must be inclusive of all government taxes except GST which should be shown separately. The tender is open to local vendors only, and foreign bidders must send sealed quotations via courier. Submission deadline is on 2nd February 2026 at 10:30 AM, with bid opening at 11:00 AM on the same day at the Supply Chain Management Department Building, PIACL Head Office, Karachi Airport. Bids must be submitted electronically through EPADS with original bid security submitted physically before the deadline. Manual bids without EPADS submission are not accepted. Pro-Tip: Make sure to submit all required documents including quality samples and pay orders with correct back-side markings as per tender instructions. Also, verify your GST and NTN certificates are active and attached to avoid disqualification. Check the EPADS portal for any updates and ensure timely submission to avoid postal delays.