Supply of Juices 01 Liter Tetra Pack for PIA Network Stations

This tender invites bids for the supply of 01 liter tetra pack juices in flavors including Orange, Apple, and Mango Nectar for Pakistan International Airlines' network stations including Karachi, Islamabad, Lahore, Peshawar, Muzaffarabad, and Skardu. The procurement is managed by the Supply Chain Management Department at PIA's Head Office Karachi. The contract requires delivery on an as-and-when-required basis to various PIA Flight Kitchen stations, ensuring quality and timely supply to support airline catering operations across domestic and international flights. The tender specifies strict packaging standards with industrial-grade cardboard boxes suitable for multiple loading and unloading cycles. Bidders must submit sealed quality samples and comply with certifications such as ISO-22000, FSMS, HACCP, Halal, and preferably PSQCA. The supply chain demands adherence to delivery schedules and quality assurance through sample evaluation by a joint committee. The scope covers a significant volume of juices distributed across major stations, reflecting logistical and quality control challenges in maintaining product integrity during transit and storage. Bidders should be registered with the Sales Tax Authorities and provide GST and NTN certificates. The tender requires earnest money of PKR 500,000 in the form of a pay order or bank guarantee, refundable and interest-free, valid for three months post-contract. The tender follows a single stage two envelope procedure with separate technical and financial proposals. Technical bids will be opened first, and financial bids of only technically qualified bidders will be considered. The contract duration and payment terms are clearly defined, with a validity period of 120 days for bids. Submission deadline is set for 20th April 2026 at 10:30 AM, with bid opening at 11:00 AM via the EPADS electronic portal. Physical delivery of samples and documents is required at the PIA Supply Chain Management Department, 1st Floor, Head Office Karachi Airport. Bidders must ensure compliance with all tender conditions including proper bid preparation, earnest money submission, and sample quality. Pro-Tip: Ensure your technical proposal includes all mandatory certificates and quality samples as incomplete submissions or handwritten rates may lead to outright rejection. Also, verify your EPADS registration and bid submission well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.