Hiring Security Services and HR for National Institute of Child Health Karachi

This tender from the Government of Sindh's Health Department in Karachi invites bids for hiring security services and human resource support for the National Institute of Child Health (NICH). The procurement falls under the Security & Safety Equipment category and is aimed at ensuring professional security coverage for NICH sites throughout the fiscal year 2025-26, with an option to extend to 2026-27. The scope includes provision of male and female guards along with HR services, requiring firms to submit bids via the E-Pak Acquisition and Disposable System (EPADS). Bidders must be registered with Pakistan's Income Tax and Sales Tax departments and provide a 3% Earnest Money Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) based on the bid value. The tender process follows the Single Stage Two Envelope Procedure under Sindh Public Procurement Rules 2010 (amended). The contract value is approximately PKR 1.93 million, reflecting the comprehensive security and HR services needed at the Karachi-based institute. Interested bidders should ensure compliance with all mandatory clauses including valid PEC registration, FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL) status, and submission of all required documentation such as valid licenses, tax returns, and performance certificates. The tender emphasizes adherence to government minimum wage laws and requires submission of a 2% bid security in the form of a pay order or bank guarantee. The evaluation will be based on combined technical and financial scoring, with a minimum 70% technical score required for further consideration. The submission deadline is set for 10th March 2026 at 11:30 AM, with bid opening at 12:00 PM on the same day at the first floor auditorium of NICH, Karachi. Bidders must submit their proposals online via EPADS and ensure timely delivery to avoid disqualification. The physical address for queries and submissions is the Procurement Department, National Institute of Child Health, Rafiquee Shaheed Road, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the tender documents for the specific requirements on bid security and legal undertakings, as failure to comply with these often leads to disqualification. Also, ensure your company profile and client list are up to date to maximize scoring during technical evaluation.