Supply of Textbooks and Educational Materials

The Sindh Textbook Board Jamshoro is procuring a comprehensive range of textbooks and educational materials for the upcoming academic cycle. This procurement is critical for supporting the educational infrastructure in Jamshoro and surrounding areas. The items being procured include: - Textbooks for various subjects and grades - Supplementary educational materials - Workbooks and exercise books - Teacher guides and manuals - Educational charts and maps The scope of this procurement covers the supply of high-quality printed materials that meet the curriculum standards set by the Sindh Education Department. The materials will be distributed across schools in Jamshoro and affiliated districts. Suppliers must ensure timely delivery and compliance with printing specifications, including paper quality, binding, and print clarity. Eligible bidders should possess valid PEC registration relevant to printing and publishing services, along with FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL) status. Experience in supplying educational materials to government departments will be an added advantage. Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) or Bid Security is mandatory as per the revised bidding document, which bidders must submit along with their Technical Bid. The submission deadline is strictly set for 13th June 2024 at 23:59:59. Bids should be submitted to the Sindh Textbook Board office located at Allama I.I Qazi Campus, Sindh University, Jamshoro. Interested suppliers are advised to carefully review the corrigendum regarding Bid Security requirements to avoid disqualification. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure that all bid documents, including the revised bidding document and Bid Security, are complete and properly signed. Incomplete submissions or failure to comply with the corrigendum may lead to rejection. Early submission is recommended to avoid last-minute issues and to allow time for clarifications if needed.