Procurement of White Offset Paper, P.S. Plates and CTP Plates for PCP Press Islamabad

The Printing Corporation of Pakistan (PCP) invites bids for the procurement of essential printing materials for its PCP Press located at Khyaban-e-Suhrawardy, Islamabad. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and aims to support the printing operations with high-quality consumables. Items being procured: - White Offset Paper (Local - High Finish) - P.S. Plates - CTP Plates These items are critical for the printing processes at PCP Press, ensuring smooth production and maintaining quality standards. The procurement will be conducted under the Public Procurement Rules, 2004, using the Single Stage-One Envelope method with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique. Bidders must submit their bids through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0. Eligible bidders should be registered on EPADS v2.0 and comply with all bid security requirements, including submission of Pay Order or Call at Deposit as specified in the bidding documents. The technical and financial bids will be evaluated as per the guidelines provided by the authority. This tender does not specify PEC categories but requires bidders to be compliant with FBR and other regulatory registrations. The deadline for bid submission is Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 02:00 PM, with bid opening scheduled for the same day at 02:30 PM via EPADS v2.0. Manual submissions will not be entertained. Interested suppliers should ensure timely registration on EPADS and carefully follow the instructions to avoid disqualification. A practical tip for bidders is to thoroughly review the bidding documents available on EPADS and ensure all bid security and documentation requirements are met precisely. Early registration and preparation can prevent last-minute issues and enhance the chances of successful participation in this procurement.