Overall Operation and Maintenance with Supply of Electrical Spares at IBA Boys Hostel Karachi

The Institute of Business Administration Karachi is inviting bids for the overall operation and maintenance along with the supply of spares on an as-needed basis for electrical and allied facilities at the IBA Boys Hostel located in Karachi. This tender is specifically for firms or suppliers registered with SPPRA EPADS and relevant tax authorities, ensuring compliance with local procurement regulations. The scope of work includes comprehensive maintenance services and the provision of electrical spares required to keep the hostel's electrical systems fully operational. The site visit is scheduled for July 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the IBA Boys Hostel, providing bidders an opportunity to assess the facilities firsthand. The tender process follows a single-stage one-envelope procedure, requiring bidders to submit a complete technical and financial proposal in one package. Eligible bidders must be active taxpayers, registered with SPPRA EPADS, and possess valid FBR/ATL registration. Experience in similar maintenance and supply contracts will be advantageous. The tender documents can be obtained from the Head of Procurement office at the Fauji Foundation Building, IBA Main Campus, Karachi, or downloaded from the IBA and SPPRA EPADS websites. The tender fee is Rs. 5,000, payable via challan generated from the IBA website and depositable at Meezan Bank Ltd. Bids must be submitted electronically through the SPPRA EPADS system between July 1 and July 22, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM. The original bid security and signed documents must be delivered physically to IBA Karachi before the bid opening on July 22, 2026, at 3:00 PM. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure that all supporting documents, including Earnest Money and CDR, are properly signed, stamped, and submitted both electronically and physically to avoid disqualification due to procedural lapses.