Procurement of Various Food Items for Jail Department Punjab

The Jail Department Punjab is inviting bids for the procurement of various food items required for its facilities in Bahawalpur. This tender is part of the fiscal year 2026-27 procurement plan and will be conducted through the E-Procurement Punjab platform, ensuring transparency and compliance with PPRA rules. Items being procured: - Gram Flour (Besan) 30000 Kilograms - Sugar 300 Kilograms - Chawal (Rice) 800 Kilograms - Atta (Wheat Flour) 1150 Kilograms - Onions 3000 Kilograms - Garlic 5000 Kilograms - Urad Dal 250 Kilograms - Lentils (Masoor Dal) 22500 Kilograms The procurement involves supply of food commodities in bulk quantities to meet the daily needs of the jail kitchens. The materials must meet the specified quality standards as per the tender specifications. The scope includes delivery to the designated jail premises in Bahawalpur and adherence to the stipulated schedule. Eligible bidders must be registered with FBR and on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL). Experience in supplying food items to government departments or large institutions will be advantageous. Earnest Money in the form of CDR amounting to 2% of the bid value is mandatory. Bidders must submit their bids online via the E-Procurement Punjab portal by 17 August 2026 at 2:00 PM, with technical bids opening at 2:30 PM. Original CDRs and other required documents must be submitted to the Jail Department office before the bid opening time. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your E-Bid is complete with all required documents uploaded correctly on the portal and the original CDR is submitted timely to avoid disqualification. Late submissions or incomplete bids will not be entertained. Familiarize yourself with the E-Procurement Punjab system well in advance to avoid technical issues on the closing date. This tender offers a significant opportunity for suppliers specializing in bulk food commodities to engage with a reputable government department in Punjab.