Purchase of Uniform and Protective Clothing by Collectorate of Customs Enforcement

The Collectorate of Customs Enforcement (Pakistan Customs) in Islamabad invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for the procurement of goods under the fiscal year 2026-27. The procurement is specifically for the purchase of uniform and protective clothing as per tender reference P82456. Items being procured: - Uniform and Protective Clothing The procurement will be conducted using the Single Stage-Two Envelope method with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique in accordance with the Public Procurement Rules, 2004 and related regulations. All bids must be accompanied by a Bid Security in the form of Pay Order or Call at Deposit as specified in the bidding documents. Bidders must register on the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 portal to participate. Detailed bidding documents, terms, conditions, and specifications are available online at https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procurements/82456. The e-bids must be submitted through EPADS v2.0 by Friday, September 4, 2026, 03:30 PM. Bids will be opened the same day at 04:00 PM. Manual submissions will not be entertained. Interested bidders should ensure timely registration and submission via EPADS to avoid disqualification. The procuring agency's grievance redressal committee is notified as per Rule 48 of the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. For further details, visit www.ppra.org.pk. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully review the bid security requirements and ensure the Pay Order or Call at Deposit is prepared exactly as per the bidding documents to avoid bid rejection. Early registration on EPADS is also recommended to familiarize with the submission process and avoid last-minute issues.