Hiring of Air Travel Services for Domestic and International Flights

The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE), located at Quaid-i-Azam University Campus, Islamabad, is inviting sealed bids from eligible and reputable firms for the hiring of air travel services covering both domestic and international flights. This tender is specifically for an Open Framework Agreement spanning three years, aimed at enhancing the quality, efficiency, and timely completion of travel bookings while managing workload effectively. The department responsible for this procurement is the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics, based in Islamabad Capital Territory. Items being procured: - Hiring of air travel services for booking of domestic flights - Hiring of air travel services for booking of international flights The technical scope involves providing comprehensive air travel booking services for PIDE staff and officials, ensuring timely and efficient arrangements for both domestic and international travel requirements. The service provider must have an established office in Islamabad or Rawalpindi, which may be inspected by the Institute's authorized officers. The contract will be governed under the Public Procurement Rules, 2004, following a single stage one envelope bidding procedure. Eligibility criteria include IATA accreditation, valid registration with tax authorities including Sales Tax and NTN, at least three years of relevant experience, submission of bid security in the form of a call deposit receipt amounting to Rs. 20,000, and a clean record free from blacklisting by any government or private organization. Firms must also provide at least three previous work completion certificates and demonstrate sufficient qualified personnel and staff strength to fulfill the assignment requirements. The last date for submission of bids is **July 21, 2026 by 11:00 hours**, with bid opening scheduled the same day at 11:30 am in the office of the Chairman Purchase Committee at PIDE. Bidders are advised to submit their technical proposals in sealed envelopes and ensure compliance with all tender conditions, including earnest money submission and valid documentation. Overwriting or cutting in quotations will lead to disqualification. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your firm's IATA accreditation and tax registrations are current and properly documented, as these are critical for technical qualification. Also, prepare your bid security in the form of a call deposit receipt as cheques are not accepted. Timely submission and adherence to the single envelope procedure will enhance your chances of pre-qualification under this tender.