Operation of Electric Vehicles in Central Business District Quetta via DBFOM Model

This tender notice from Quetta's Balochistan Public Private Partnership Authority invites bids for operating electric vehicles in the Central Business District under a Design-Build-Finance-Operate-Maintain (DBFOM) model. The project aims to introduce sustainable and eco-friendly transport solutions in the heart of Quetta, enhancing urban mobility and reducing pollution. The scope involves deploying electric vehicles across key commercial zones, ensuring efficient service and maintenance. The authority expects bidders to manage the entire lifecycle of the vehicles, including financing, operation, and upkeep. This initiative requires understanding local traffic patterns and infrastructure challenges unique to Quetta's urban environment. Bidders should ensure compliance with relevant PEC categories and maintain a valid FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL) status for the fiscal year 2025-26. It is advisable to prepare all technical and financial documentation carefully, including Earnest Money and Call Deposit Receipts (CDR), to meet the authority's stringent requirements. The submission deadline has been extended to 12th January 2026 at 2:45 PM PST, with bid opening scheduled for 3:00 PM the same day. Bids must be submitted physically at the Balochistan Public Private Partnership Authority office located at Bungalow No. 49 - A, Jinnah Town, Samungli Road, Quetta. Pro-Tip: Double-check the newspaper advertisement for any specific stamp duty or bid security instructions, as these are often overlooked but critical for bid acceptance.