Giveaway Items for Hajj Pilgrim 2027

The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Islamabad invites sealed bids for the procurement of Giveaway Items for Hajj Pilgrim 2027 under contract reference P99766. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and will be conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 using the Single Stage-Two Envelope method with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique. Items being procured include: - Large Luggage Trolly Bags (total quantity approx. 140,000 pieces) to be delivered across multiple Directorate of Hajj offices in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Multan, Sialkot, Quetta, Faisalabad, Sukkur, and Peshawar. - Hand Carry Trolly Bags (approx. 100,000 pieces) with similar delivery locations. - Mashair Backpacks (approx. 8,00,000 pieces) distributed to the same locations. - Ladies Ties or Scarves or Mufflers (approx. 400,000 pieces) also to be delivered across the listed Directorate of Hajj offices. The technical specifications for each item are detailed and include material quality, dimensions, color, branding, stitching, locking mechanisms, and warranty requirements. For example, Large Luggage Trolly Bags must be soft-sided, 28-inch category with minimum 800D polyester fabric, TSA-compatible locks, and a minimum six-month warranty against manufacturing defects. Bidders must be registered on EPADS v2.0 and submit bids electronically by 11:00 AM on September 16, 2026. Bid security in the form of Pay Order, Banker's Cheque, Bank Guarantee, or Demand Draft must be submitted physically before the deadline to the Ministry's office in Islamabad. Technical and financial bids will be opened on the same day at 11:30 AM via EPADS. Eligibility criteria include active taxpayer status on FBR's ATL, minimum three years of relevant manufacturing/supply experience, adequate production capacity and storage facilities, submission of samples for inspection, and no blacklisting or conflict of interest. The evaluation will be based on 100% technical compliance with a minimum passing mark of 85, followed by least cost selection. Delivery schedules require 50% of contracted quantities by January 31, 2027, and the remainder by March 15, 2027, at specified Directorate of Hajj offices across Pakistan. Bidders are advised to carefully review the detailed bidding documents and ensure compliance with all technical and administrative requirements. Registration on EPADS v2.0 is mandatory for participation. Timely submission of bid security and adherence to delivery schedules are critical for contract award and performance. This procurement offers a significant opportunity for manufacturers and authorized dealers to supply high-quality giveaway items for the upcoming Hajj season. Prospective bidders should ensure thorough preparation of their bids and samples to meet the Ministry's stringent quality and delivery standards. For further details and bid submission, visit https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procurements/99766. The contact person is the Section Officer (General) at the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Islamabad, reachable at +92-519-208416 or via email at sogeneralmora@gmail.com. A practical tip for bidders: Register early on EPADS v2.0 and submit your bid security physically well before the deadline to avoid disqualification. Ensure your samples strictly conform to the specifications to pass the technical evaluation stage.