Prequalification for Procurement of Printing Material under Closed Framework Agreement at PASTIC Islamabad

This tender invites prequalification bids from well-established and financially sound suppliers for the procurement of miscellaneous printing material at PASTIC National Centre, Islamabad. The department requires suppliers registered with PPRA and active on the Income and Sales Tax Active Taxpayers List to participate in a closed framework agreement for one year. The procurement involves supplying various printing materials to the Reprographic Unit located at Quaid-i-Azam University Campus, Islamabad. Suppliers must be capable of meeting the technical specifications and delivery schedules while ensuring quality and compliance with procurement standards. The site's location in Islamabad demands timely and efficient supply to support ongoing printing operations. Bidders should ensure they meet PEC category requirements and maintain valid FBR registration with ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26. It is advisable to prepare all documentation including Earnest Money in the form of Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) as per PPRA rules. Compliance with all tax and regulatory obligations will be scrutinized during bid evaluation. The submission deadline is set for 26th January 2026 at 10:00 AM, with bid opening scheduled at 10:30 AM on the same day via the E-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (E-PADS). Physical submission of bid security in original is mandatory by the closing time. Bids must be uploaded electronically and physical documents delivered to the Deputy Director (Admn), PASTIC National Centre, QAU Campus, Islamabad. Pro-Tip: Make sure to check the newspaper advertisement carefully for specific stamp duty and bid security requirements, which are often overlooked and can lead to disqualification. Also, ensure your firm's registration and tax status are up to date before submission to avoid technical rejection.