Hiring of Searchers for Multiple Dargahs in Sindh by Auqaf Department

The Auqaf Department Government of Sindh invites bids for the hiring of searchers for deployment at various dargahs across Sindh. This procurement is aimed at securing the services of trained personnel to ensure security and order at these religious sites. The department is seeking experienced and registered firms to provide these services in multiple locations including Thatta, Sujawal, Mirpukhas, Kotri, Hyderabad, Badin, and Rohri. Items being procured: - Hiring of Four (4) Searchers for Dargah Abdullah Shah Ashabi at Thatta - Hiring of Four (4) Searchers for Dargah Shah Yaqeek at District Sujawal - Hiring of Four (4) Searchers for Dargah Umaid Ali Shah at Mirpukhas - Hiring of Four (4) Searchers for Dargah Baba Sallauddin at Kotri - Hiring of Four (4) Searchers for Dargah Abdul Wahab Shah Jillani at Hyderabad - Hiring of Four (4) Searchers for Dargah Saman Sarkar at Badin - Hiring of Four (4) Searchers for Dargah Makki Shah at Hyderabad - Hiring of Four (4) Searchers for Dargah Saddruddin Shah at Rohri The scope includes deployment of searchers for security purposes at the specified dargahs. The contract is for the financial year 2026-27 with a total estimated cost of Rs. 12 Million. Bidders must be registered with relevant tax authorities and have at least three years of experience with a minimum of five purchase orders in the relevant field. Earnest money in the form of 5% bid security and a non-refundable tender fee of Rs. 2000 must be submitted. Bids will be submitted electronically via the SPPRA EPADS portal and a printed technical proposal must be delivered in a sealed envelope to the Chief Administrator Auqaf Sindh office in Hyderabad. The deadline for bid submission is **1 October 2026 at 12:00 PM**, with bid opening at **1:00 PM** the same day. The procuring agency reserves the right to reject any or all bids as per SPPRA Rules 2010 (amended). Bidders are advised to carefully review all bidding documents and ensure compliance with mandatory requirements including valid NTN, SRB registration, ATL status, and experience criteria. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your bid security and tender fee pay orders are prepared in advance and submitted in the correct format to avoid disqualification. Timely submission and adherence to the Single Stage Two Envelope procedure is critical for successful participation.