Supply of Offset Paper White Local Size 23x36 inch 70 GSM for PIA Karachi

This tender invites qualified vendors in Karachi to supply Offset Paper White Local Size 23x36 inch with 70 GSM ± 5% quality. Issued by Pakistan International Airlines Corporation Limited (PIACL), Supply Chain Management Department, it focuses on stationery and printing supplies for local use. The procurement is for fresh stock with maximum expiry, packed in reams of 500 sheets each, ensuring high-quality paper for official and operational needs. The supply involves delivering industrial-standard packed paper to the PIA Local Receipt Section at Karachi Airport. Vendors must ensure the paper meets the specified GSM tolerance and packaging standards to withstand multiple loading and unloading cycles. The procurement process follows a single stage two envelope basis, requiring separate sealed technical and financial proposals. The technical bid includes samples and documentation, while the financial bid remains sealed until technical evaluation is complete. Bidders should be registered with active GST and NTN status, complying with FBR and ATL requirements for the 2025-26 financial year. Earnest money of PKR 50,000 and a tender fee of PKR 30,000 are mandatory for local bidders. PEC category is not applicable as this is a goods supply tender. Vendors must submit quality samples and ensure timely delivery within 15 days of purchase order issuance. The submission deadline is set for 04 February 2026 at 10:30 AM, with bid opening at 11:00 AM on the same day. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS, with hard copies and original bid security delivered physically to the Supply Chain Management Department, 1st Floor, PIACL Head Office, Karachi Airport. Late submissions will not be entertained. Pro-Tip: Carefully check the tender documents for the exact format of pay orders and ensure all samples and technical documents are complete and properly sealed. Missing Earnest Money or incorrect bid formats are common reasons for disqualification, so strict adherence to instructions is crucial.