Hiring of High-Capacity Electric Buses with Drivers & Helpers

Comsats University Islamabad (Islamabad Campus) invites bids for the hiring of high-capacity electric buses with drivers and helpers for the fiscal year 2026-27. This procurement is planned to cover eligible payments under the contract for the specified service. The bidding process will be conducted through EPADS v2.0, ensuring transparency and compliance with Public Procurement Rules, 2004, using the Single Stage Two Envelope procedure and Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique. Items being procured: - High-capacity electric buses - Drivers for the buses - Helpers for the buses The scope includes provision of electric buses equipped to carry a large number of passengers along with professional drivers and helpers to ensure smooth operation. Bidders must be registered on EPADS v2.0 and comply with all terms and conditions outlined in the e-bidding documents available on the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System portal. All bids must be accompanied by a bid security in the form of Pay Order, Call at Deposit, Demand Draft, or Bid Securing Declaration as per the prescribed format. The bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0 by Monday, October 19, 2026, at 11:00 AM. The technical and financial bids will be opened on the same day at 11:30 AM. Manual submissions will not be entertained. Interested bidders who have not yet registered on the new version of EPADS v2.0 are advised to register promptly. For assistance, a tutorial is available on YouTube. The Grievance Redressal Committee (GRC) is notified for this procurement, and notification copies are available on the procuring agency's website and EPADS v2.0. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and prepare your bid security documents carefully to avoid disqualification. Early submission is recommended to handle any technical issues on the portal.