Supply of Cooked Food to Inmates of Central Prison Mirpurkhas for 2026-2027

The Inspector General of Sindh Prisons & Corrections Service Karachi invites bids for the supply of cooked food to the inmates of Central Prison & Correctional Facility Mirpurkhas for the fiscal year 2026-2027. This procurement is specific to Mirpurkhas city under the Sindh province and requires bidders to provide daily three meals including breakfast, mid-day, and evening meals as per the detailed fortnightly diet menu and scale. The scope includes preparation and delivery of cooked food strictly according to the prescribed diet menu, including special diets during Ramazan and on special occasions such as Eid-ul-Fitr, Eid-ul-Azha, Pakistan Day, Independence Day, and Sindh Cultural Day. The technical scope demands high-quality ingredients such as fortified atta, cooking oil, fresh vegetables, chicken, beef, and other dietary articles as per specifications. The contractor must maintain hygienic conditions in the prison kitchen, ensure proper weighing and quality control, and provide trained kitchen staff. The contract also includes provisions for emergency stock and alternative food brands with prior approval. The contractor is responsible for all utilities including gas, water, and electricity, and must comply with labor laws and security clearances. Eligibility criteria include valid PEC registration if applicable, active FBR and Sindh Revenue Board registration, Sindh Food Authority license, and a minimum of three years catering experience in Zone-B prisons. Bidders must submit a technical proposal with mandatory documents such as CNIC copies, tax certificates, food authority licenses, and bid security of Rs. 4,900,000 in the form of pay order, demand draft, bank guarantee, or CDR. The technical evaluation requires a minimum score of 70 marks to qualify for financial bid opening. The tender was published on 09 June 2026 with a closing date on the same day at 23:59:59. Bids must be submitted electronically through the SPPRA E-Pak Acquisition & Disposal System (E-PADS). The original bid security and affidavit must be submitted physically to the office of the Inspector General of Sindh Prisons & Corrections Service Karachi before the deadline. The financial bid opening date will be announced after technical evaluation. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure all mandatory documents are complete, authentic, and uploaded in searchable PDF format to avoid disqualification. Also, verify the inclusion of your bid in the E-PADS bid opening list to confirm successful submission. Strict adherence to the diet menu, quality standards, and timely submission will enhance chances of success in this competitive tender.