Procurement of Security Services for Gwadar Port Authority Head Office and Establishment

Gwadar Port Authority under the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, Government of Pakistan, is inviting bids for the procurement of security services specifically for the GPA Head Office and its establishment located in Gwadar, Balochistan. This procurement targets experienced security service providers who hold operational licenses from the Home Departments of Balochistan and Sindh, are registered with SECP, and are active on the EPADS v2.0 platform. The scope includes provision of security guards to safeguard the Gwadar Port Authority premises and structures. Bidders must comply with the Public Procurement Rules and follow the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique. The procurement follows a single stage-one envelope procedure, requiring submission of a technical and financial bid in one envelope. Eligibility criteria emphasize valid licenses from relevant provincial home departments, SECP registration, and registration on EPADS v2.0. Bidders should ensure their credentials and registrations are up to date to avoid disqualification. The bid security is set at 2% of the bid price and must be submitted in favor of Gwadar Port Authority. The last date and time for bid submission is 15th July 2026 at 10:30 AM, with bid opening scheduled the same day at 11:00 AM. Bids must be submitted electronically through the EPADS platform; manual submissions will not be entertained. The Gwadar Port Authority office is located at Pak-China Friendship Avenue, Gwadar. A practical tip for bidders is to register early on the EPADS platform if not already registered, as manual bids are rejected. Also, carefully prepare the bid security and ensure all documents comply with the tender requirements to avoid technical disqualification. This tender offers a significant opportunity for security firms with experience in government contracts and valid licensing to secure a prestigious contract at a strategic port location.