Supply of Stationery Items for Engineer-in-Chief's Branch, Rawalpindi

This tender invites bids for the supply of a comprehensive range of stationery items required by the Engineer-in-Chief's Branch at General Headquarters, Rawalpindi. The procurement covers various office essentials including papers, registers, pens, tapes, files, envelopes, markers, and other related materials. The items must meet specified quality standards to ensure smooth administrative operations within the department. The supply will be delivered to the Rawalpindi office, demanding attention to detail and timely fulfillment. Vendors should be prepared to provide samples if requested by the Purchase Committee. The scope includes high-quality papers of different weights, assorted writing instruments, binding materials, and organizational supplies. The procurement process emphasizes clarity in pricing, including GST and any labor or service charges. Bidders must be registered with the Income Tax and Sales Tax departments and provide valid NTN, GST registration, and an Active Taxpayer List (ATL) for the financial year 2025-26. The tender requires earnest money in the form of a Bank Draft or Pay Order amounting to PKR 100,000. The contract will be subject to strict compliance, and any supply of substandard items will lead to contract cancellation and forfeiture of the security deposit. The submission deadline is set for 23 January 2026 at 1100 hours, with bid opening at 1130 hours on the same day at the Engineer-in-Chief's Branch office in Rawalpindi. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes, and late submissions will not be entertained. The department encourages bidders to ensure all documents are complete and signed with company seals. Pro-Tip: Make sure to carefully review the newspaper advertisement for specific stamp duty and earnest money submission requirements, as these are commonly overlooked and can lead to disqualification.