Hiring of Private Point Buses for Student Pick and Drop Services at University of Sindh Jamshoro

The University of Sindh, Jamshoro, invites bids for hiring private point buses to provide pick and drop services to its students for the Academic Year 2026-2027, covering a maximum of 190 working days in the current financial year, with possible extension up to two years based on performance and mutual consent. This procurement is managed by the Purchase Store Officer at the University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Sindh. Items being procured: - Hiring of large size buses (50+2 seating capacity) including driver, cleaner, maintenance, lubricants, repairs, tyres, insurance, taxes, and all operational costs (excluding fuel reimbursement) - Deployment of approximately 123 buses across 47 routes including areas such as Agriculture Complex, Ali Palace, Hyderabad Bypass, Latifabad Units, Kotri City, Mirpurkhas, Tando Allahyar, and others - Provision of three coasters/mini buses for specific routes The scope includes provision of roadworthy, registered, and insured buses with valid route permits and fitness certificates. Operators must ensure safe, secure, and disciplined transportation services with qualified drivers holding valid commercial licenses and adequate experience. The contractor is responsible for all operational, maintenance, and statutory compliance costs, including fuel reimbursement based on approved consumption standards and route distances. Eligibility criteria require bidders to have valid NTN, active tax registrations with FBR and SRB, relevant experience supported by work orders and performance certificates, minimum average annual turnover, and financial capability. Bidders must not be blacklisted and must comply with all applicable laws and procurement rules. Key dates include issuance of tender documents from 09 July 2026 to 27 July 2026 (12:00 PM), bid submission by 27 July 2026 (2:00 PM), and technical bid opening on the same day at 2:30 PM. Financial bids will be opened after technical evaluation. Bids must be submitted electronically via the SPPRA E-PADS portal, with original bid security and tender fee submitted physically before the deadline. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure all required documents including bid security, NTN, tax registrations, vehicle ownership, and performance certificates are complete and uploaded correctly on the portal. Late or incomplete submissions will be rejected. Familiarize yourself with the Single Stage – Two Envelope Procedure to avoid disqualification. This tender offers a significant opportunity for transport operators with adequate fleet strength and operational capacity to serve a premier educational institution in Sindh with a large-scale, multi-route transport service contract.