Procurement of Photostat Paper A-4 Size at Jinnah International Airport Karachi

The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) Karachi is procuring Photostat Paper A-4 size for use at Jinnah International Airport Karachi. This procurement is specifically for 2000 reams of white photostat paper with specifications including 80gsm grammage and a brightness of at least 97%. The procurement is governed under PPRA Rule 36(b) using a single stage two envelope bidding procedure. Bidders must be registered with the Income Tax and Sales Tax Departments, hold valid NTN and GST certificates, and be on the Active Taxpayer List of FBR. They should also have relevant experience and provide at least three contracts or purchase orders for similar supplies as mandatory eligibility criteria. The technical bid must include detailed product specifications and technical literature. Financial bids must be accompanied by a bid security of PKR 60,000 in the form of a pay order or bank guarantee from an approved bank. The original bid security must be submitted in hard copy before the closing date, while a copy should be uploaded online. The deadline for bid submission is 07 July 2026 by 11:30 AM, with bid opening at 11:00 AM the same day. Bids must be submitted electronically via the PPRA EPADS portal. The original bid security must reach the office of OIC Logistics, Level-6, Main Terminal Building, Jinnah International Airport Karachi well before the closing time. The successful bidder will be required to provide a performance bond equal to 5% of the total contract value. Delivery period is 30 days from the signing of the contract. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure complete and accurate submission of all required documents including technical literature, bid security, and registration certificates to avoid outright rejection. Early registration on the EPADS portal and careful adherence to the bidding instructions will facilitate smooth participation in this tender.