Hiring of Searchers for Various Shrines in Sindh Province

This tender invites bids for the hiring of searchers to be deployed at various shrines across Sindh, including key locations such as Dargah Lal Shahbaz Qalander at Sehwan Sharif, Dargah Shah Abdul Latif at Matiari, and Dargah Sachal Sarmat at Daraza. The Auqaf Department Government of Sindh requires experienced service providers to supply manpower for security and management of these religious sites in Hyderabad, Karachi, Sukkur, and other districts. The contract spans multiple locations with a total estimated cost of PKR 17.6 million for the financial year 2025-26. The scope involves deploying a specified number of searchers at each shrine, ensuring safety and order during religious activities. The work demands coordination with shrine management and adherence to local protocols. Given the cultural and religious significance of these sites, bidders must demonstrate capability in managing manpower in sensitive environments. The contract duration is from February 2026 to June 2026, with services to be rendered at multiple shrine locations across Sindh. Bidders must be registered with active NTN and SRB status, listed on the FBR active taxpayers list, and comply with all tax obligations for the fiscal year 2025-26. The tender requires a bid security of 2% of the total bid value and a non-refundable tender fee of PKR 2000. Performance security of 2% of the contract value is also mandatory. The bidder should have at least three years of relevant experience and an average annual turnover of PKR 10 million over the last three years. The submission deadline is set for 19th January 2026 at 1:00 PM, with bid opening at 1:30 PM on the same day at the office of the Chief Administrator Auqaf Sindh, opposite Session Court Hyderabad. Bids must be submitted electronically via the EPADS portal and a sealed hard copy of the technical proposal must be delivered to the head office. Pro-Tip: Ensure all bid documents are complete and signed, and pay special attention to the bid security and tender fee requirements. Missing or incorrect bid security formats often lead to disqualification. Also, verify your active tax status on FBR and SRB portals before submission to avoid rejection.