Procurement of Uniforms for RHO NADRA Lahore

The National Database & Registration Authority (NADRA), RHO NADRA Lahore, is procuring uniforms specifically for Security Guards, Drivers, Mess Staff, and DG Staff at its Lahore office located at 73-Trade Center M.A Johar Town Lahore. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026 and aims to supply high-quality uniforms meeting the approved samples and technical specifications. The scope includes a variety of items such as trousers, shirts, t-shirts, shoes, socks, jackets with printed NADRA logos, belts, caps, and badge sets for security personnel, as well as shalwar kameez, waistcoats, safari suits, and track suits for drivers, mess staff, and DG staff. The delivery period is stipulated as 2 to 4 weeks from the date of contract signing, with immediate commencement after contract award. Eligible bidders must be registered with valid NTN and GST certificates, active on the FBR ATL list, and not blacklisted by any provincial or federal government agency. They must also demonstrate relevant experience with purchase orders worth over Rs. 0.5 million in the last two years and provide audited financial statements or bank statements for the last two financial years. Bids must be submitted electronically via the EPADS portal by 30 April 2026 at 10:30 am, accompanied by a bid security of Rs. 100,000 in the form of CDR, pay order, or cashier's cheque in favor of NADRA REGIONAL HDQ OFFICE LAHORE. The technical bid will be evaluated first, and only qualified bidders will have their financial bids opened. The procurement follows the Public Procurement Rules 2004 and uses a single stage two envelope procedure. The bid validity period is 120 days. The successful bidder will be responsible for ensuring the quality of uniforms, carrying out fittings and alterations as required, and delivering within the stipulated timeframe. Payment will be made after successful delivery and inspection by NADRA's committee. The contract allows for a quantity variation of up to 25% and requires a performance security of 10% of the contract price. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully prepare and submit all mandatory documents as per the preliminary evaluation criteria and ensure samples conform to the approved specifications. Non-compliance or incomplete submissions will lead to disqualification. Bidders should also monitor the EPADS portal for any addenda or clarifications and submit bids well before the deadline to avoid rejection of late bids.