Procurement of Plants on Annual Framework Contract Basis for Horticulture Zone-VI, Airport & Ring Road, Lahore

Horticulture Agency Lahore invites e-BIDS from well reputed and financially sound firms and nurseries with relevant work experience and registration with Income Tax, Sales Tax, Punjab Sales Tax and Professional Tax departments. The procurement is for plants on an annual framework contract basis for FY 2026-27 covering Horticulture Zone-VI, Airport & Ring Road Lahore. Items being procured: - Lot#1 Tree Plants (Estimated Cost Rs. 36,000,000, Bid Security Rs. 720,000) - Lot#2 Shrubs / Hedges (Estimated Cost Rs. 10,848,000, Bid Security Rs. 216,960) - Lot#3 Ground Covers (Estimated Cost Rs. 1,645,000, Bid Security Rs. 32,900) - Lot#4 Vines / Climber (Estimated Cost Rs. 1,350,000, Bid Security Rs. 27,000) The procurement will be conducted through open competitive bidding on a lot-wise basis under the Punjab Procurement Rules 2014 using a single stage two envelope procedure. The successful bidder must carefully review the bidding documents and comply with all terms and conditions. Items will be supplied at the site of Horticulture Agency Lahore within the stipulated time period mentioned in the purchase order. Eligible bidders must be registered with relevant tax authorities and have sound financial standing. Earnest money in the form of bid security is required as per lot. Financial bids of only technically qualified firms will be opened. Submission of bids is through the Punjab e-Procurement System (eP) portal at https://ep.punjab.gov.pk/auth/login only. Bids must be submitted by 28th September 2026 till 01:00 PM. Technical bids will be opened the same day at 01:30 PM. Bidders are advised to upload their bids well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues. The competent authority reserves the right to increase or decrease the required quantity by 15%. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for nurseries and suppliers specializing in horticultural plants to secure a significant contract with a reputable government agency in Lahore. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your FBR and Punjab Sales Tax registrations are active and properly documented on the e-Procurement portal to avoid disqualification during technical evaluation.