Provision of Security Services for SMEDA Head Office Lahore 2026-27

The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) has allocated funds for procurement planned for the financial year 2026-27. This tender invites bids for the provision of security services specifically for the SMEDA Head Office located in Lahore. The procurement is managed by the Administration & Central Support Division of SMEDA, based at 4th Floor, Building No.3, Aiwan-Iqbal Complex, Egerton Road, Lahore. Items being procured: - Provision of Security Services for SMEDA Head Office Lahore 2026-27 This procurement involves non-consultancy security services to ensure the safety and protection of the SMEDA premises and personnel. The scope includes deployment of trained security personnel and related security arrangements at the head office site. Bidders must be registered on the EPADS v2.0 platform and comply with the Public Procurement Rules, 2004, including the use of the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique. Eligible bidders should have valid registration on EPADS v2.0 and must submit a Bid Securing Declaration as per the prescribed format. The tender follows a Single Stage-One Envelope Procedure. Detailed terms, conditions, and specifications are available on the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) portal and SMEDA's official website. The deadline for submission is **Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 02:00 PM**, with bid opening scheduled for the same day at 02:30 PM. Manual submissions will not be entertained. Bidders not yet registered on EPADS v2.0 are advised to register promptly to avoid disqualification. A tutorial for registration is available on YouTube. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your EPADS profile is fully updated and compliant with all registration requirements well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues that could prevent your bid submission. Also, carefully prepare the Bid Securing Declaration to meet all prescribed criteria to avoid rejection on technical grounds.