Procurement of Gold-Plated Customized Trophies for the Event

The National Institute of Banking and Finance, Pakistan, located on M.T Khan Road Karachi, is procuring gold-plated customized trophies for an upcoming event. This procurement is specific to Karachi and involves the supply of high-quality trophies made from brass material with 22/24-carat gold plating and good quality wooden bases. The trophies will feature stainless steel tikli pasted on both front and back of the wooden base, with printing details provided separately. Cushioned presentation boxes for the trophies are also included in the scope. The technical scope requires the supply of trophies with precise specifications including size and material quality, and delivery must be completed within 25 days at the NIBAF Karachi office. Bidders must provide a detailed work program and a sample trophy for approval before contract issuance. Eligibility criteria include registration with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), appearance on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL), and a minimum experience of 5 years in gold-plated works with verifiable presence in Karachi. Bidders must also submit an affidavit confirming they are not blacklisted. The bid submission deadline is **June 22, 2026, at 11:00 AM**, and bids must be submitted electronically via the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS). Original bid security of **PKR 32,500** must be submitted to the procuring agency before the closing time. Manual bids will not be accepted. The procuring agency reserves the right to accept or reject any bid as per Public Procurement Rules 2004. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on EPADS and to upload all required documents including bid security and technical compliance forms well before the deadline to avoid disqualification. Attention to detail in the technical bid and adherence to the specified delivery schedule will enhance the chances of success in this procurement.