Purchase of Fertilizers for Vegetable Crops

The Office of the Principal Scientist, Vegetable Research Institute, Faisalabad, invites eligible manufacturers, authorized distributors, dealers, and established order suppliers to provide fertilizers for vegetable crop production at the institute and its allied stations. The procurement will be conducted through the Punjab e-Procurement System under the Punjab Procurement Rules 2014, as amended. Mandatory item list: Sr. 01, DAP, 50 Kg bag, quantity 32, bid security through the e-Procurement System **PKR 26,400**; Sr. 02, SOP, 50 Kg bag, quantity 30, bid security **PKR 22,050**; Sr. 03, Peat Moss/Compost, 250 Ltr capacity, quantity 05, bid security **PKR 2,875**. Suppliers must provide the complete quantities and ensure that fertilizer quality and purity comply with the applicable standards. Delivered items may be sampled in the presence of the company representative, and payment clearance will depend on acceptance of quality. Bidders should possess established financial and managerial capability and must be registered for income tax and sales tax, including active tax status where applicable. Refundable bid security for each quoted item must be submitted only through the Punjab e-Procurement System; otherwise, the bid may be rejected. The successful bidder must supply the items according to the date specified in the supply order. Each firm must also provide an affidavit of **PKR 100** confirming that it is not involved in litigation, blacklisting, or disqualification. The tender must be uploaded on the Punjab e-Procurement System for the Office of the Principal Scientist, Vegetable Research Institute, Faisalabad, by **20 August 2026 at 02:00 PM**. Tenders will be opened the same day at **02:30 PM** in the office of the Chairman Purchase Committee, in the presence of bidders or their representatives if available. Rates must include all taxes and government duties and remain valid for 120 days from opening. Practical tip: upload bid security and tax documents early, then verify the electronic submission receipt before the deadline.