Pre-Qualification of Supplier/Vendors for Supply of Grocery Items/Materials for PSPC Canteen

The Pakistan Security Printing Corporation (PSPC) Karachi is inviting pre-qualification applications from eligible suppliers for the supply of grocery items and materials for the PSPC canteen. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and aims to establish a panel of pre-qualified vendors who will be eligible to participate in subsequent bidding processes for the supply contract. The procurement is managed by the Deputy Manager at PSPC, located at Jinnah Avenue, Malir Halt, Karachi, Sindh. Items being procured: - Grocery items/materials for PSPC canteen (specific item list not provided in the notice). The scope includes the on-demand supply of grocery items to the PSPC canteen, ensuring timely delivery and quality compliance. Suppliers must be capable of delivering goods within 12 hours, 24 hours, or within two days as per evaluation criteria. The procurement process requires submission of applications through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 platform only; manual submissions will not be entertained. Eligibility criteria include valid NADRA citizenship documents, FBR NTN and GST registration, active taxpayer status, and relevant experience. Suppliers must demonstrate a network of stores in Karachi, financial capacity with an annual turnover preferably above PKR 25 million, and a wide product range exceeding 1000 food items. The evaluation will be quality-based with technical marks out of 100 and a passing score of 60. Key dates include the application submission deadline on Monday, August 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 11:30 AM the same day via EPADS. Interested bidders should register on https://vendors.epads.gov.pk/ if not already registered. The procuring agency emphasizes compliance with the highest standards of ethics, including submission of affidavits regarding blacklisting status and adherence to PSPC's code of conduct and health, safety, and environment policies. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure complete and timely submission of all required documents through EPADS, including annexures such as affidavits, declarations, and undertakings, to avoid disqualification. Familiarity with the EPADS platform and early registration will facilitate smooth application submission and participation in the procurement process.