Procurement of Stationery Items for Culture Tourism Antiquities & Archives Department Karachi

This tender invites bids for the procurement of stationery items required by the Culture Tourism Antiquities & Archives Department in Karachi, Sindh. The department seeks quality stationery supplies to support its administrative and operational needs for the financial year 2025-26. The procurement covers a range of stationery items including printing and publication materials. Bidders must ensure that all goods meet the technical specifications outlined in the bidding documents. The procurement process follows the Single Stage One Envelope Procedure, ensuring transparency and fairness. The department is located behind Rumi Graveyard, near Grid Station, Northern Bypass, Karachi. Interested bidders should note the requirement for valid NTN, STRN, and registration certificates. Compliance with the Sindh Public Procurement Rules 2010 (amended 2019) is mandatory. Bidders must also provide Earnest Money in the form of a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) or bank guarantee. The tender document costs Rs. 3,000 and must be purchased accordingly. The department advises bidders to ensure their PEC registration and FBR ATL status are up to date for the fiscal year 2025-26 to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline is set for 10th February 2026 at 11:30 a.m., with bid opening scheduled for the same day at 12:30 p.m. Bids must be submitted electronically through the EPADS system only. The physical address for correspondence is the Planning, Development, Monitoring & Implementation Cell, Culture Tourism Antiquities & Archives Department, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Make sure to carefully review the bid security requirements and ensure your bid security remains valid for at least 28 days beyond the bid validity period. Also, check the newspaper advertisement for any specific stamp duty or documentation requirements that are often overlooked.