Transportation of Imported Wheat from Port Qasim and Karachi Port Trust to Food Godowns Karachi Region 2026-27

The Regional Directorate of Food Karachi invites bids for the transportation of imported wheat bags from Port Qasim and Karachi Port Trust (KPT) to designated Food Godowns and PRCs within Karachi Region for the period up to 28-02-2027 or any prior date specified by the procuring agency. Items being procured: - Transportation of 2,000,000 bags (101 kg each) from Port Qasim to Food Department Godowns/PRCs Karachi Region - Transportation of 1,000,000 bags (101 kg each) from Karachi Port Trust (KPT) to Food Department Godowns/PRCs Karachi Region The contractor is responsible for lifting the correct number of bags on a 100% weighment basis, ensuring quality, quantity, and weight satisfaction at dispatch points. Transportation includes loading, unloading, proper stacking inside godowns up to 15-18 bags high, collection, sweeping, stitching of torn/slack bags, and cost of sutli. The weight of bardana (bags) will not be charged separately. The quantity may vary depending on shipment arrivals. The contractor must provide adequate labor and trucks daily, with a minimum daily lifting capacity of 8,000 metric tons. Penalties apply for failure to meet targets, including demurrage charges and recovery of losses. Eligibility criteria include valid registration, FBR and Sindh Revenue Board tax compliance, minimum five years transportation experience, financial turnover of at least Rs. 2000 million over the last three years, and no blacklisting by any government department. Bid security of Rs. 15 million must be submitted electronically via E-PADS portal. Bids must be submitted through E-PADS by 24-09-2026 at 2:00 PM, with opening at 2:30 PM the same day at the office of Deputy Director Food Karachi Region, Sindh Govt. Godown No. 3, Landhi, Zafar Town, Karachi. Technical bids must be complete with all required documents and pay orders/demand drafts for bid security. The contract period is until 28-02-2027 with possible extension. The contractor is liable for all en-route shortages and losses, recoverable from bills or security deposits. Payment will be processed through SAP/3R system after verification by District Food Controller. One practical tip for bidders: ensure all required documents and bid security are submitted timely and correctly through the E-PADS portal to avoid disqualification.