Procurement of Stationery Printing and Publication Items in Karachi

This tender invites bids for the procurement of stationery, printing, and publication items required by the Culture, Tourism, Antiquities & Archives Department, Exploration & Excavation Branch in Karachi. The department seeks experienced and established firms to supply these items during the financial year 2025-26, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements. The scope covers a variety of stationery and printing materials essential for the department's operations. Located in Karachi, the procurement involves managing supply logistics and quality control to meet the department's standards. Bidders must be prepared to handle timely delivery and maintain the quality of printed materials, which are critical for official documentation and archival purposes. Bidders should ensure they meet the eligibility criteria including valid NTN, STRN, SRB registration, and FBR ATL status. The tender requires submission of a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) as bid security and adherence to the Pakistan Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) rules. Firms must be registered and compliant with tax authorities for the fiscal year 2025-26 to qualify. The submission deadline is set for 10th February 2026 at 12:00 noon, with bid opening scheduled for 1:00 pm the same day. Bids must be submitted electronically via the EPADS system, and manual submissions will not be entertained. The physical address for queries and document submission is the Exploration & Excavation Branch, Culture, Tourism, Antiquities & Archives Department, Behind Rumi Graveyard, Near Grid Station, Northern Bypass, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Make sure to carefully review the bid security requirements and submit the Call Deposit Receipt in the correct format to avoid disqualification. Also, verify all registration certificates and tax documents are up to date as these are strictly checked during evaluation.