This tender invites bids for the provision of security guards at Sindh Technical Education & Vocational Training Authority (STEVTA) in Karachi, Sindh. The department requires experienced security personnel, specifically ex-army personnel retired from Infantry, Artillery, EME, or Ordinance, equipped with licensed weapons to provide 12-hour shifts at STEVTA headquarters and its Staff Training Academy in North Karachi. The contract duration is for one year with a possibility of renewal for up to three years, subject to satisfactory performance and an annual increase of 10%. The scope includes deployment of seven security guards across two locations in Karachi. Bidders must be registered firms with at least 10 years of relevant business experience and must hold valid registrations with the Ministry of Interior, Provincial Home Department, and Pakistan Security Agencies Association. They must also provide performance and clearance certificates from Police, Special Branch, and Investigation Bureau. Financial criteria include an annual turnover of at least PKR 5 million over the last three years, along with audited financial statements and tax returns. Bidders should ensure compliance with all PEC categories and maintain valid FBR/ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26. The bid security of PKR 150,000 and a non-refundable bid document fee of PKR 2,000 are mandatory. The bidding process follows a single stage, one envelope procedure, and bids must be submitted electronically through the SPPRA EPADS portal by the deadline. Manual bids will not be accepted. The submission deadline is set for 20th January 2026 at 2:00 p.m., with bid opening scheduled for the same day at 2:30 p.m. at the STEVTA Committee Room, Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Karachi. Bidders must deliver original bid security and document fees to the STEVTA office before the deadline. Pro-Tip: Make sure to carefully review the eligibility criteria and ensure all required certificates and financial documents are complete and valid. Missing or incomplete documentation is a common reason for disqualification. Also, verify the Earnest Money and Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) formats to avoid rejection on technical grounds.