Hiring of Security Services for Fiscal Year 2026-27 by Government of the Punjab, Planning & Development Department, South Punjab, Bahawalpur

The Government of the Punjab, Planning & Development Department, South Punjab, Bahawalpur invites bids from reputable firms for the hiring of security services under a framework contract for the fiscal year 2026-27. Firms must have valid income tax and sales tax registration and the capability to provide professional security services. Bidders are required to participate through the Punjab e-Procurement System. Items being procured: - Hiring of Security Services (A03919-Services Rendered) The scope includes provision of security personnel and related services as per the department's requirements for the fiscal year. The contract will be awarded to firms demonstrating technical and financial capability, with earnest money in the form of CDR, Pay Order, Demand Draft, or Banker's Cheque from a Scheduled Bank of Pakistan in favor of Section Officer (General), P&D Department, South Punjab, Bahawalpur. Eligibility criteria include valid FBR registration, PEC category if applicable, and experience in security services. Bidding documents are available on the Punjab e-Procurement System and www.ppra.punjab.gov.pk. The procurement will follow the Punjab Procurement Rules 2014 (amended). The last date and time for bid submission is 21st August 2026 at 11:00am, with technical bids opening the same day at 11:30am. Bids must be uploaded on the Punjab e-Procurement System and accompanied by a scanned bid security of 2% of the estimated price. Originals must be sent to the address before the closing date. Late or incomplete bids will be rejected. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your bid security is correctly formatted and submitted both electronically and in original form to avoid disqualification. Also, carefully follow the single stage two envelope procedure to meet all technical and financial requirements.