Supply of Furniture and Fixture Items for Sindh Prisons & Corrections Service Karachi

The Inspector General of Sindh Prisons and Corrections Service Karachi invites sealed bids for the supply of Furniture and Fixture items specifically for its various prisons located in Karachi, Sindh. This procurement is for the financial year 2025-2026 and includes items such as Internwood Conte Desk, Side Rack, and Sofa sets with detailed specifications including size, material, finish, and upholstery. The technical scope covers supply and delivery of brand new, high-quality furniture items conforming to the specifications provided in the bid documents. The items must be robust, suitable for local climatic conditions, and delivered on a F.O.R basis to the consignee's end. The contract requires the supplier to provide samples for demonstration during technical evaluation, and the supply must be completed within 30 days of the supply order. Eligible bidders must be manufacturers, authorized dealers, or experienced suppliers registered with Income Tax, Sales Tax, and Sindh Revenue Board where applicable. They should have at least three years of relevant experience, an average annual turnover of Rs. 5 million over the last three years, and must submit all mandatory documents including active tax certificates, bank statements, and affidavits regarding non-blacklisting and legal compliance. Key dates include the last date for purchasing and submission of bid documents on 30th April 2026 by 11:30 a.m., with technical bids opening the same day at 12:30 p.m. Bids must be submitted electronically through the SPPRA E-Pak Acquisition & Disposal System (EPADS) website. Earnest money of Rs. 50,000 in the form of pay order or demand draft is required along with the bid. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure that all mandatory documents are uploaded clearly and timely on the EPADS portal and that the original bid security is submitted in a sealed envelope to the office of the Inspector General of Sindh Prisons & Corrections Service Karachi before the deadline. Failure to comply with these requirements may lead to disqualification. Verification of bid submission on the EPADS portal before the opening date is strongly advised to avoid any misinterpretation of bid status.