Printing and Publication of Question Papers and Answer Scripts for Examinations

The Department of School Education Gilgit-Baltistan invites sealed tenders for the Financial Year 2026-27 from eligible and registered government contractors and firms for the supply of printing and publication services at the office of Deputy Director Education Ghizer. Items being procured: - Printing and Publication of Question Papers and Answer Scripts for upcoming examinations including all related printing, packing, and delivery. The scope includes complete printing, packing, and delivery of examination materials with strict adherence to quality and timelines. The contractor must have a fully equipped printing press, shop, store, or warehouse in Ghizer or Gilgit and must not subcontract the work. The procurement will follow a Single Stage Two Envelope procedure requiring separate technical and financial proposals. Bidders must submit samples of paper and envelopes along with their bids. Prices should include all applicable taxes and delivery charges. Eligibility criteria include registration with Form-C/SECP, income tax/GST registration, and submission of 2% call deposit as bid security. Successful bidders must provide 10% performance security within 10 days of bid opening. The procurement committee will inspect the bidder's facilities to verify adequacy of supplies and technical staff. Partial or conditional bids will be rejected. The contract agreement will be signed post acceptance. Tender documents can be obtained from the Deputy Director Education Ghizer office from 20th November 2026 at a fee of Rs. 4000 for bids up to Rs. 5 million and Rs. 6000 for bids between Rs. 5-10 million. The last date for submission is 26th November 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Bids will be opened on the same day at 11:30 a.m. All supplies must be delivered to the Deputy Director Education Ghizer office for further distribution to schools after quality checks. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your printing press and storage facilities are fully compliant and ready for inspection by the procurement committee to avoid disqualification. Also, prepare your technical and financial proposals carefully as partial bids will not be entertained.