Prequalification for Transmission of Mail (Jhelum-Mianwali-Bhakkar-Dera Ismail Khan) Mail Line

The Postmaster General Northern Punjab Circle Rawalpindi (Directorate General, Pakistan Post) invites applications for prequalification of service providers for the Transmission of Mail on the Jhelum-Mianwali-Bhakkar-Dera Ismail Khan Mail Line. This prequalification is for a Closed Framework Agreement with a duration of 12 months, commencing after award. The procurement is based in Rawalpindi, Punjab, and aims to establish a pool of qualified bidders for subsequent Invitation to Bids and Call-Off Contracts. Items being procured: - Transmission of Mail service on Jhelum-Mianwali-Bhakkar-Dera Ismail Khan Mail Line The scope involves the on-demand provision of mail transmission services along the specified mail line, requiring adherence to a prescribed schedule. Bidders must provide vehicles with valid ownership documents, SPA agreements if applicable, and fitness certificates. The service provider must follow the schedule strictly; failure to do so due to reasons attributable to the bidder will result in penalties as prescribed by the procuring agency. Eligibility criteria include registration with FBR (NTN), Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA), NADRA citizenship verification, and submission of a certificate on E-stamp paper confirming the bidder is not blacklisted. Applicants must be active taxpayers and provide a six-month bank statement along with past experience documentation. Key dates include the submission deadline on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 11:00 AM via the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS). Applications will be opened electronically the same day at 11:30 AM. Manual submissions are not accepted. Interested bidders should register on the EPADS portal and ensure compliance with all prequalification requirements. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully review the prequalification documents and ensure all required documents, including vehicle fitness and ownership papers, are complete and submitted timely through EPADS to avoid disqualification. Maintaining compliance with the schedule and providing accurate documentation will enhance chances of successful prequalification.