Hiring of Hotel Layover Services for PIA Transit, Diverted and Delayed Flight Passengers at Jinnah International Airport Karachi

Pakistan International Airlines Corporation Limited (PIACL) is seeking to hire hotel layover services for its transit, diverted, and delayed flight passengers at Jinnah International Airport, Karachi. This procurement targets 2, 3, and 4-star hotels registered with the Income Tax and Sales Tax Departments and listed on the Active Taxpayers List of the Federal Board of Revenue. The contract duration is three years, extendable upon mutual consent. The scope includes providing accommodation with single occupancy rooms, complimentary meals, airport pick and drop services with air-conditioned vehicles, and facilities for special passengers including disabled individuals. Hotels must have power backup, effective cooling and heating systems, and a doctor on panel for medical emergencies. Additional amenities such as welcome drinks, washroom kits, and complaint boxes are required. The service provider must ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements and maintain high standards of hygiene and security. Eligible bidders should be registered with FBR, possess valid NTN and GST certificates, and demonstrate relevant experience in hotel services. A non-refundable tender fee of PKR 15,000 and a refundable bid security of PKR 100,000 in the form of a pay order are mandatory. Bids must be submitted electronically via E-PADS and accompanied by hard copies of the technical proposal and pay orders addressed to the Station Manager at Jinnah International Airport, Karachi. The deadline for submission is 04 June 2026 at 11:00 AM. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on the E-PADS portal and prepare both technical and financial proposals carefully, as the technical evaluation precedes financial bid opening. Late submissions or incomplete documentation will be rejected. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for hotels near Karachi airport to secure a long-term contract with a reputable national airline.