Procurement of Glass Bead Blanket as per Specification by Pakistan Security Printing Corporation (PSPC) Karachi

The Pakistan Security Printing Corporation (PSPC) Procurement Department invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for the procurement of Glass Bead Blanket as per specification for the financial year 2026-27. This procurement is specifically for the supply of Glass Bead Blanket with the following mandatory specifications: thickness 0.65mm, width 850mm, length 80 meters, size 68sqm. A sample of 3 meters blanket is mandatory with the bid submission. Items being procured: - Glass Bead Blanket (Intaglio or Lithography blankets), quantity 165000 rolls, delivery location Malir Halt, Jinnah Avenue, Karachi, delivery period 30 days. The procurement will be conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 using a Single Stage One Envelope procedure with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique. Bidders must submit their bids electronically on EPADS v2.0 by Thursday, November 26, 2026 at 11:00 AM. Manual submissions will not be entertained. Original bid security in the form of Pay Order or Bank Guarantee must be submitted physically at PSPC office before the deadline. The bids will be opened on the same day at 11:30 AM via EPADS v2.0. Eligibility criteria require all active taxpayers to participate. Bidders must provide a 3-meter sample blanket with their bid, and quotations must be in Pakistani Rupees with FOB delivery terms. The purchase order and letter of credit will be issued in foreign currency. Bidders must be registered on EPADS v2.0 to participate. Technical evaluation will be based on sample testing with 100% weightage. The procuring agency reserves the right to reject any or all bids. The contract will be awarded to the lowest evaluated responsive bidder meeting all technical requirements. Bidders are advised to carefully review all bidding documents and comply with all instructions, including submission of bid security and samples. For any clarifications, bidders may seek information through EPADS v2.0 by November 23, 2026. The contact person at PSPC Procurement is the Deputy General Manager, reachable at +92-219-924-8511 or foreign.purchase@pspc.gov.pk. Bidders are encouraged to register early on EPADS v2.0 and ensure timely submission to avoid disqualification. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your sample blanket strictly meets the thickness, width, and length specifications and is submitted with the bid, as failure to provide the sample will result in immediate rejection. Also, familiarize yourself with the EPADS v2.0 portal to avoid technical issues during bid submission.