Provision of Janitorial Services for Washrooms at National Highway Authority Service and Rest Areas

This tender invites bids for janitorial services at multiple National Highway Authority (NHA) service and rest areas located along major motorways including M-3 and M-5 near Islamabad. The contract covers washroom cleaning and maintenance at 16 specified sites such as Muridwala, Rohri, Quttub Din Shah, Azampur, Zahirpir, Uch Sharif, Band, and Muhammadpur service and rest areas. The successful bidder will provide round-the-clock janitorial services 365 days a year, including Sundays and holidays, ensuring cleanliness and hygiene at these high-traffic locations. The contract duration is three years, with each site awarded as a separate contract. Bidders must be prepared to meet operational challenges of maintaining washrooms in busy motorway service areas, adhering to strict quality and service standards as detailed in the bidding documents. Bidders should ensure compliance with PEC registration requirements and maintain valid FBR/ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26. The tender follows PPRA Rule 36(b) and requires submission of technical and financial bids in sealed envelopes. Earnest Money in the form of a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) is mandatory. Manual bids will no longer be accepted without EPADS (PPRA) registration. The submission deadline is set for 28 January 2026 at 1100 hours, with bid opening at 1130 hours on the same day at the NHA Auditorium, Islamabad. Bidders are encouraged to attend the pre-bid meeting scheduled for 20 January 2026 at 1130 hours to clarify any concerns. Bidding documents are available from 14 January 2026 upon payment of a non-refundable fee. Pro-Tip: Make sure to attend the pre-bid meeting and thoroughly review the bidding documents for specific Earnest Money and stamp duty requirements, which are often overlooked and can lead to disqualification.