Hiring of 117 Toyota Hiace AC Vans with Chassis Code 224, Hi Roof Wide Body, Dual AC, 14-15 Seater, Model 2019 & Above

The Port Qasim Authority (PQA) Karachi is inviting bids for the hiring of 117 Toyota Hiace AC Vans with Chassis Code 224 (Made in Japan) or equivalent. These vehicles must be hi roof wide body with dual AC, seating 14-15 passengers, model year 2019 and above. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and aims to fulfill the transportation needs of the Port Qasim Authority. Items being procured: - 117 Toyota Hiace AC Vans with Chassis Code 224 - Hi roof wide body - Dual AC - 14-15 Seater - Model 2019 and above The scope includes provision of non-consultancy services for vehicle hiring. The vehicles must meet the specified technical standards and be suitable for the operational requirements of the port authority. Bidders must be registered on the EPADS v2.0 platform and comply with the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. All bids must be accompanied by bid security in the form of a pay order or bid securing declaration as per the bidding documents. Eligibility criteria include registration on EPADS v2.0, compliance with bid security requirements, and experience in providing similar vehicle hiring services. The bidding process follows a single stage-two envelope procedure with least cost based selection technique. The tender documents and detailed terms and conditions are available on the EPADS portal at https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procurements/73024. Bids must be submitted electronically through EPADS v2.0 by Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 11:30 AM. The bids will be opened the same day at 12:00 PM. Manual submissions will not be entertained. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on the new EPADS v2.0 system and carefully follow the electronic submission guidelines to avoid disqualification. Watching the tutorial video linked in the notice can help clarify the registration and submission process.