Extension of E-Bid Submission Deadline for Punjab Council of the Arts Lahore

This corrigendum concerns the tender referenced as IPL # 7300 issued by the Punjab Council of the Arts, Lahore. The notice specifically announces an extension for the submission deadline of E-Bids through the Punjab e-Procurement System (e-PADS) accessible at https://ep.punjab.gov.pk. The new deadline for submission is now **10.08.2026 at 01:00 PM**. The technical proposals will be opened on the same day at 01:30 PM at the Punjab Council of the Arts office located at 53-Shadman-II, Lahore, also through the e-PADS system. Items being procured: Specific item list not provided in the notice. The procurement is managed by the Punjab Council of the Arts, a government department based in Lahore, Punjab. The tender involves electronic submission and opening of bids, emphasizing the use of the official Punjab e-Procurement portal. No detailed list of goods or services is provided in this corrigendum, indicating that bidders should refer to the original tender notice for full technical specifications and scope. Eligibility criteria typically include valid registration with FBR and ATL, relevant PEC categories if applicable, and experience in similar government contracts. Earnest Money and CDR requirements would be as per the original tender documents. The extension provides bidders additional time to prepare and submit their technical and financial proposals. The key dates to note are the extended submission deadline of **10 August 2026 at 01:00 PM** and the technical bid opening at 01:30 PM the same day. Bidders should ensure timely registration and submission on the e-PADS platform to avoid disqualification. A practical tip for bidders is to verify their e-PADS account status and upload all required documents well before the deadline to prevent last-minute technical issues. Early submission is advisable to accommodate any unforeseen delays in the online system.