Supply and Printing of Electricity Bills and Allied Reports for AJK Electricity Department

The Azad Jammu and Kashmir Electricity Department in Muzaffarabad invites qualified and registered firms to participate in the supply and printing of electricity bills and allied reports. This procurement is critical for the department's billing operations across its computer centers located in Muzaffarabad, Kotli, and Mirpur. The successful bidder will be responsible for providing all necessary equipment, materials, and resources required for printing the bills, including printing machines, toner, maintenance kits, and other related hardware. Items being procured: - Electricity bills - Allied stationery for AJK Electricity Department The department will provide the bill formats and applied stationery for 415 registered areas. The printing will be executed on an inter-copy cost basis. Bidders must ensure compliance with all technical specifications and quality standards as outlined in the bidding documents. Eligibility criteria include valid PEC registration, FBR/ATL registration, and submission of bid security amounting to Rs. 500,000 as per AJK PPRA Rules 2017. The bid security must be in the form of CDR or Pay Order in favor of the Director General Commercial Electricity Muzaffarabad and must not be less than 15 days beyond the bid opening date. Blacklisted firms, suppliers, distributors, contractors, and bidders are strictly prohibited from participation and must submit an affidavit certifying their status. The bidding documents can be obtained from the office of the Director General Commercial Electricity Muzaffarabad during office hours upon written request and payment of Rs. 300 (non-refundable). Bids must be submitted by 30 August 2023 and will be opened on the same day in the presence of bidders or their authorized representatives. A practical tip for bidders: Carefully review the bidding documents for detailed technical and financial requirements and ensure timely submission of all required documents to avoid disqualification. Attend the bid opening session to stay informed about the process and any clarifications. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for printing firms with relevant experience and capacity to engage with a key government department in Azad Jammu and Kashmir.