Procurement of Stationary and Other Miscellaneous Items by Wafaqi Mohtasib Secretariat

The Wafaqi Mohtasib Secretariat (Wafaqi Mohtasib (Federal Ombudsman)) has allocated funds for procurement planned for the fiscal year 2026-27. This procurement involves the purchase of stationary and other miscellaneous items as referenced by tender number P161568. The Secretariat invites sealed bids from eligible bidders through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) version 2.0, ensuring compliance with the Public Procurement Rules, 2026, and related regulations. Items being procured: - Stationary - Other Miscellaneous Items Bidders must submit their bids electronically via EPADS v2.0 by Friday, November 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM. The technical and financial bids will be opened on the same day at 12:30 PM through the EPADS platform. Manual submissions will not be accepted. All bids must be accompanied by a Bid Security in the form of a Pay Order or Banker's Cheque, or a bid securing declaration as specified in the bidding documents. Eligibility criteria include registration on EPADS v2.0 and adherence to the bidding instructions. Detailed terms, conditions, and specifications are available on the EPADS portal at https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procurements/161568. Bidders not yet registered on EPADS v2.0 are advised to register promptly at https://vendors.epads.gov.pk/. A tutorial video explaining the registration process is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNW6T38v7tc. This procurement is managed by the Wafaqi Mohtasib Secretariat located in Karachi, Sindh. Interested bidders should ensure timely registration and submission to avoid disqualification. The use of the Single Stage-One Envelope method with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique emphasizes cost efficiency and compliance. A practical tip for bidders: Carefully review the bid security requirements and ensure your Pay Order or Banker's Cheque is valid and properly documented to avoid bid rejection. Early registration on EPADS will facilitate smooth bid submission and access to all necessary documents.