Supply of Food Items, Medicines and Miscellaneous Items for District Jail Mardan for FY 2026-27

The District Jail Mardan is procuring food items, medicines, and various miscellaneous supplies for the financial year 2026-27 with an estimated cost of **PKR 30,000,000**. This procurement is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation and welfare of inmates at the jail located in Mardan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The tender is issued by the **District Jail Mardan** and invites eligible suppliers to participate through the official KP e-procurement portal. The technical scope includes supply of edible items, medicines, and other necessary goods as per the detailed specifications available on the KP Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (KPPRA) website and the District Jail’s official site. Bidders must submit their tenders online via the EPADS system by 10:00 AM on **21-07-2026**, with technical bids opening at 10:30 AM the same day. The tender follows a single stage two envelope procedure requiring separate technical and financial bids. Eligibility criteria demand registration with KPPRA, valid PEC license as applicable, and active FBR/ATL registration. Suppliers must provide an earnest money deposit (CDR) of 2% of the bid value, payable to the District Jail Mardan before bid submission. Experience in supplying similar items to government departments or institutions will be advantageous. The tender documents and detailed terms are accessible online, and bidders should carefully review all conditions including the performance guarantee requirement of 5% of the contract value. Non-compliance with specifications or submission rules will lead to disqualification. The procuring entity emphasizes transparency and adherence to KP Public Procurement rules. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely online submission and to double-check all required documents, especially the CDR and registration certificates, to avoid last-minute disqualification. Early preparation and thorough understanding of the tender conditions will enhance chances of success in this competitive procurement.