Procurement of Contingency Items at Flood Forecasting Division Lahore

The Flood Forecasting Division (Pakistan Meteorological Department) located at 46-Jail Road, Lahore, is procuring a comprehensive range of contingency items essential for its operational needs. This procurement includes various cleaning supplies, office essentials, safety equipment, and miscellaneous items to support the division's daily functions in Lahore, Punjab. The technical scope covers a wide array of goods such as bath towels, phenyl bottles, glass cleaners, soaps, brooms, toilet brushes, wipers, cloth dusters, microfiber cloths, tissue boxes and rolls, hand wash liquids, scotch brite sponges, toilet acid cleaners, detergent powders, insect killer sprays, air fresheners, drawer locks, batteries, landline telephones, cups with saucers, glasses, water jugs, fire extinguisher balls and DCP extinguishers, RO filter sets, padlocks, automatic door enclosures, clocks, kitchen and washroom taps, slippers, glass slips, chemical bottles, key chains, dustbins, first aid kits, plastic foot rests, automatic room air freshener dispensers, and T-shaped coat hanger stands. Each item is specified with quality standards and brand equivalence to ensure durability and functionality. Eligible bidders must be registered with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) with valid NTN and GST/PST where applicable, and comply with all PPRA rules. The procurement follows a Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method under a National Single Stage-One Envelope procedure. Bidders are required to submit their bids electronically via the EPADS platform and provide earnest money in the form of a Pay Order, Banker's Cheque, or Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) before the closing date. The submission deadline is set for **May 26, 2026, at 08:00 AM**, with bid opening scheduled on the same day at 08:30 AM through EPADS. The delivery location is 46-Jail Road, Lahore, and the delivery period is within 10 days from the award of contract. A 1% penalty per day applies for delays beyond the stipulated delivery time. Performance guarantees amounting to 10% of the contract price are mandatory for successful bidders. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration and submission on the EPADS platform, as manual submissions are not entertained. Also, carefully prepare the bid security and ensure it reaches the specified office before the deadline to avoid disqualification. Attention to detail in meeting the technical specifications and submission requirements will enhance the chances of success in this competitive procurement.