Hiring Service Provider for Office Space on Rent in Gilgit Baltistan Region

This tender invites bids for hiring a service provider to supply office space on rent in Gilgit Baltistan, issued by the Health and Accidental Insurance Regional Office of State Life Insurance Corporation Islamabad. The procurement falls under Furniture & Furnishings category, focusing on office space rental in Gilgit city. The scope requires a minimum covered area of 1500 square feet near Yadgar Chowk, Shahrah-e-Quaid-e-Azam, close to the GDA Office. The office must have three washrooms, separate electric meter, paid utility bills, approved building plan, and proper parking for at least three cars. Facilities like electricity, water, functional geyser, proper flooring, secure windows and doors are mandatory. The vendor must be a Pakistani national or provide a notarized affidavit if representing the owner. The location must be accessible by public transport and free from litigation. Bidders must have at least two years of experience with federal government or multinational clients, be registered with FBR, on ATL & GST lists, and submit a bid security of PKR 35,000. Compliance with PPRA rules and submission of all required documents including non-blacklisting affidavit, tax registration certificates, and purchase/work orders is essential. The tender advises bidders to ensure PEC category compliance and maintain valid FBR/ATL status for the 2025-26 financial year to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline is set for 28th January 2026 at 11:00 AM via E-PADS, with bid opening at 11:30 AM the same day. Hard copies of bid security and affidavits must be delivered to the Regional Procurement Department, 3rd Floor, State Life Tower, Jinnah Avenue, Islamabad. The process follows a single stage, one envelope procedure. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the tender documents for the exact stamp duty and affidavit requirements, as missing these often leads to disqualification. Also, ensure the office space documentation is complete and verifiable to avoid last-minute issues.