Hiring of Services for Designing, Printing and Publication

The Center of Excellence China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CoE-CPEC) Islamabad invites bids for hiring services related to designing, printing, and publication. This tender is specifically issued by the CoE-CPEC based in Islamabad Capital Territory. The procurement is for an Open Framework Agreement spanning three years, targeting experienced and reputable firms with offices in Islamabad or Rawalpindi. Items being procured: - Designing services - Printing services - Publication services The scope covers all aspects of designing, printing, and publication related services required by the department. The contract will be awarded under the Single Stage One Envelope bidding procedure as per PPRA rules. Interested firms must submit a technical proposal in a sealed envelope by the deadline. The technical bid will be evaluated first without price consideration, and only technically qualified bidders will be invited for financial proposals subsequently. Eligibility criteria include registration with tax authorities, valid NTN and sales tax certificates, at least three years of relevant experience, submission of bid security of Rs. 20,000 in the form of a call deposit receipt, and no blacklisting by any government or private entity. Firms must have qualified personnel and sufficient staff strength to fulfill the assignment. The bid validity period is ninety days from the date of opening. The last date for submission is July 29, 2026, by 11:00 hours, with bid opening at 11:30 hours on the same day at the office of the Chairman Purchase Committee CoE-CPEC. Bidders are advised to ensure their quotations are free from overwriting or cutting to avoid disqualification. The earnest money will be retained until contract completion. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully prepare the technical proposal with all required documents including NTN, GST certificates, work experience proofs, and the undertaking on legal e-stamp paper confirming no blacklisting. Early submission is recommended to avoid last-minute issues. This tender offers a significant opportunity for firms specializing in designing, printing, and publication services to engage with a prestigious government entity in Islamabad.