Supply of Food Items for Central Jail Faisalabad for FY 2026-27

Central Jail Faisalabad is inviting bids for the supply of food items for the fiscal year 2026-27. This procurement is managed through the Punjab Government’s E-Procurement system (E-PADS) and PPRA guidelines. The department requires a comprehensive supply of food items with a total estimated cost of **PKR 50,000,000** and a total quantity of 50,000 kilograms. Items being procured: - Food items totaling 50,000 kilograms The procurement process is fully online via the E-PADS portal (https://ep.punjab.gov.pk/auth/login). Bidders must register on the portal and submit their bids electronically. The original CDR of 2% earnest money must be submitted physically to the Central Jail Faisalabad before the bid opening date. The technical and financial bids will be opened on 5th August 2026 at 11:30 AM. Late submissions or incomplete bids will be disqualified. Eligibility criteria include valid registration with the Punjab Food Department under the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), FBR registration, and compliance with PPRA rules. The supplier must have the capacity to deliver the required quantity within the stipulated time and maintain quality standards. Performance guarantees will be required as per PPRA Rule 56. The tender closing date is **15th August 2026**, and all bids must be submitted online before 11:00 AM on the closing date. The original earnest money CDR must be delivered to the Central Jail Faisalabad office before the bid opening. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your E-PADS registration is complete well in advance and double-check all uploaded documents for compliance with PPRA rules to avoid disqualification. Timely submission of the original CDR is critical to avoid rejection.