Procurement of 11 Miscellaneous Items for Pakistan Security Printing Corporation Karachi

This procurement opportunity is based in Karachi and issued by the Pakistan Security Printing Corporation for the supply of 11 miscellaneous items including water glasses, cello tape, electric kettles, emery cloth, khaki envelopes, tissue paper, padlocks, soft brooms, rubber bands, tissue rolls, and washing soap. The category covers stationery & printing, cleaning & janitorial supplies, and furniture & furnishings. The items are to be delivered to the Corporation's premises at Jinnah Avenue, Malir Halt, Karachi within 15 days of contract award. Each item requires a sample submission to ensure compliance with quality standards. For example, the electric kettle must be heavy duty stainless steel with automatic shutoff features, and washing soap must be 150gm in 4-in-1 packing with at least one year expiry. The procurement follows a Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method under the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Bidders must be registered on the EPADS v2.0 portal and submit bids electronically. Bid security in the form of pay order or bank guarantee is mandatory, with the original bid security submitted physically before the deadline. The contract requires a 5% performance guarantee post-award. Compliance with PEC categories, FBR registration, and 2025-26 financial year requirements is essential. The submission deadline is set for 11:00 AM on April 14, 2026, with bid opening at 11:30 AM the same day via EPADS. Physical submission of bid security must be made at the Corporation's office in Karachi. The address for delivery and correspondence is Pakistan Security Printing Corporation, Deputy Manager, Jinnah Avenue, Malir Halt, Airport Sub-Division, Malir, Karachi, Sindh. Pro-Tip: Ensure samples are provided with your bid as non-submission leads to outright rejection. Also, verify your EPADS registration well before the deadline to avoid disqualification. Check the bid security submission requirements carefully, as failure to submit the original bid security physically will result in disqualification.