Procurement of Polythene Envelopes, 4 Hole Seal and Binding String (3PLY)

The Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) Islamabad is procuring polythene envelopes, 4 hole seal strings, and 3 ply white sutli binding strings for the financial year 2025-26. This procurement is specific to Islamabad and involves the supply of biodegradable polythene envelopes with black inside and white outside, weighing approximately 45 grams with flexographic single color printing. The binding strings and sealing strings are to be supplied as per sample specifications. The tender requires bidders to submit their bids electronically via the EPADS v2.0 system by Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM, with bid opening scheduled for 10:30 AM the same day. The submission of earnest money amounting to Rs. 500,000 in the form of Pay Order or Call Deposit is mandatory and must be submitted physically before the deadline. Eligible bidders must be registered with FBR, appear on the Active Taxpayers List, and comply with all eligibility criteria including no conflicts of interest and no blacklisting. The procurement follows the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method. Bidders are advised to carefully prepare their technical and financial bids, ensuring all required documents and bid securities are submitted timely. A practical tip for bidders is to register early on EPADS v2.0 and verify all bid documents and security submissions to avoid disqualification due to procedural lapses. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for suppliers specializing in office and stationery goods to engage with a reputable federal education authority in Islamabad.