Hiring of Security Services for Lahore Zoo

The Lahore Zoo is inviting bids for the hiring of security services to ensure the safety and protection of its premises and visitors. This procurement is managed by the Lahore Zoo department located in Lahore, Punjab. The tender requires interested firms to submit their bids online through the Punjab e-Procurement System by 06-08-2026 at 11:00 AM. The technical and financial proposals must be prepared in a single stage two-envelope format as per the instructions in the Request for Proposal document. Items being procured: - Hiring of Security Services for Lahore Zoo The scope of work includes providing professional security personnel to safeguard the zoo premises, manage visitor safety, and prevent unauthorized access. The service provider must ensure compliance with all relevant security standards and regulations. The tender documents can be downloaded from the Punjab Procurement Regulatory Authority website and the e-Procurement portal. Bidders must submit a bid security of 5% of the bid amount in the form of a CDR or Bank Guarantee issued by Bank of Punjab in favor of the Director, Lahore Zoo. The original CDR/Bank Guarantee must be submitted on the day of bid opening to avoid disqualification. Eligibility criteria include valid registration with FBR and ATL, relevant experience in security services, and compliance with PPRA rules. Bidders are encouraged to register on the e-Procurement system to participate. The bid opening will be held on the same day at 11:30 AM in the presence of bidders or their authorized representatives at the Lahore Zoo office on Mall Road. The submission deadline is strictly 06-08-2026 at 11:00 AM, and late bids will be rejected. Hard copies of bids are not required. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure all pages of the bid are signed, stamped, and properly numbered with a checklist and table of contents to avoid rejection due to incomplete documentation.