Procurement of Examination Stationery

The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Malakand is inviting bids for the procurement of examination stationery under a framework contract. This contract is initially for one year and may be extended up to a maximum of three years as per KPPRA Rules 2014. The procurement is being conducted under the Single Stage, Two Envelops procedure, ensuring transparency and compliance with public procurement regulations. Items being procured: - Examination Stationery (specific items not detailed in the notice) The scope of this procurement covers the supply of examination stationery required for the Board's operations in Malakand. Bidders must ensure that all materials meet the required quality standards and specifications as outlined in the bidding documents. The contract will be awarded to bidders registered with relevant tax authorities (FBR) and listed as Active Taxpayers (ATL). Interested suppliers should note that the bid security is fixed at Rs 3.00 million. The pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 11:00 AM, providing an opportunity to clarify any queries regarding the bidding process or technical specifications. The closing date for submission of bids is Tuesday, 18 August 2026 at 12:30 PM, with bid opening at 2:30 PM the same day. Bidders must submit their bids online through the E-PADS portal. No hard copies of rates or documents will be accepted except the original bid security in the form of Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) or Demand Draft (DD) in favor of Secretary BISE Malakand. It is crucial to thoroughly study the Bid Solicitation Documents (BSDs) to ensure compliance with all requirements. A practical tip for bidders is to register early on the E-PADS system and carefully prepare the technical and financial bids separately as per the two-envelope procedure. This will help avoid last-minute submission issues and ensure eligibility for evaluation.