Procurement of Plant and Machinery for Culture Tourism Antiquities Archives Department Karachi

This tender invites bids for the procurement of plant and machinery by the Culture, Tourism, Antiquities and Archives Department in Karachi, Sindh. The procurement falls under the category of plant and machinery, aimed at supporting the department's operational and developmental needs in the current financial year 2025-26. The scope includes supply of various plant and machinery items essential for the department's functions. The procurement process is managed by the Planning, Development, Monitoring and Implementation Cell located near Grid Station, Northern Bypass, Karachi. The tender follows a single stage one envelope procedure, ensuring a streamlined and transparent bidding process. Bidders must prepare their technical and financial bids in accordance with the detailed instructions and eligibility criteria provided. Bidders are advised to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements including valid NTN, STRN, and Sindh Sales Tax registration. The tender document costs Rs. 3,000 and must be purchased via pay order or banker's cheque. The department requires bidders to submit a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) as bid security. The tender opening is scheduled for the same day as the closing, ensuring prompt evaluation. Submission deadline is set for 10th February 2026 at 11:30 a.m., with bid opening at 12:30 p.m. at the department's office behind Rumi Graveyard, Karachi. Bidders should ensure their bids are uploaded on the EPADS system as manual submissions are not entertained. The department reserves the right to accept or reject any bid as per SPPRA rules. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the eligibility and evaluation criteria, especially the documentary requirements and bid security conditions. Missing any mandatory document or failing to comply with the bid security format can lead to disqualification. Also, check the newspaper advertisement for any specific stamp duty or procedural updates that might affect your bid submission.