Provision of Janitorial Services for One Year at Kohsar Complex Islamabad

This tender invites bids for the provision of janitorial services at Kohsar Complex, Constitution Avenue, Sector G-5 Islamabad under the Ministry of Inter Provincial Coordination (IPC). The contract spans one year and covers comprehensive cleaning and maintenance of the building including daily floor cleaning, glass pane dusting, rooftop cleaning, and fountain maintenance. The scope includes use of approved detergents and equipment, ensuring cleanliness during special events and ceremonies, and maintaining a workforce of at least 38 employees in the morning shift and 4 in the evening shift. The janitorial services require adherence to government wage policies with monthly wages starting at Rs.37,000 for unskilled labor, subject to adjustment as per federal government revisions. The contractor must ensure timely payment of wages and provide uniforms for staff. The work site is located in Islamabad, demanding efficient management of cleaning materials and labor shifts from 07:30 to 15:30 for the morning and 14:30 to 19:00 for the evening. The contract includes penalties for unsatisfactory performance and provisions for contract termination if standards are not met. Bidders must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council in the relevant category or with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan, be on the active tax payer list of FBR, and registered for sales tax. The contract requires compliance with PEC categories and FBR/ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26. Financial capability with a minimum annual turnover of Rs.20 million and prior experience in janitorial services for government or large commercial buildings is mandatory. Submission deadline is by the end of February 2026, with bids to be submitted exclusively through the E-Pak Acquisition & Disposal System (EPADS). Bids must be accompanied by a bid security of Rs.500,000 in the form of pay order, demand draft, or call deposit. Bid opening details will be announced in print and electronic media. The physical address for correspondence is the Section Officer (General), Ministry of Inter Provincial Coordination, 2nd Floor Kohsar Complex, Constitution Avenue, Sector G-5/1 Islamabad. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes the correct stamp duty and bid security as per the newspaper advertisement, as these are common pitfalls leading to disqualification. Also, verify your PEC category and FBR active taxpayer status before submission to avoid technical rejection.