Transportation of Personal Household Belongings Door-to-Door Sea Freight 20-ft Container

The Embassy of Pakistan in Abu Dhabi is seeking qualified international freight forwarding services for the transportation of personal household belongings from Abu Dhabi to Islamabad using one dedicated 20-ft Full Container Load (FCL). This tender is specifically for door-to-door sea freight services ensuring safe and efficient relocation. Items being procured: - Pre-move survey (physical or virtual) - Supply of packing materials - Professional export packing - Dismantling of furniture where required - Loading at residence - Transportation to UAE port - Customs export clearance - Ocean freight (FCL 20-ft container) - Import customs clearance in Pakistan - Port handling charges - Inland transportation to Islamabad - Delivery to final residence - Unloading - Unpacking - Reassembly of furniture - Removal of packing debris The container must be a 20-ft general purpose dry container, weatherproof, cargo-worthy, sealed after loading with container and seal numbers provided. Cargo includes household furniture, clothing, kitchenware, electronics, books, personal effects, and home appliances. Packing must use export-quality cartons, bubble wrap for fragile items, wooden crates for high-value items, protective blankets, waterproof packing, and detailed inventory with labeled cartons. Contractor must assist with documentation including packing list, inventory list, bill of lading, export/import customs declarations, delivery order, container seal details, and insurance documents if applicable. Customs clearance services in UAE and Pakistan, port documentation, terminal handling, and inland transport to Islamabad are required. Optional all-risk marine cargo insurance covering total loss, damage, theft, fire, and water damage should be quoted separately. Bidders must have minimum 5 years experience in international household relocation, be licensed freight forwarders in UAE, have UAE-Pakistan shipment experience, provide customer references, cargo liability insurance, and a dedicated shipment coordinator. Pricing must clearly indicate all charges including packing, labour, loading, inland transport, customs clearance, ocean freight, documentation fees, delivery, unpacking, reassembly, and optional insurance. Prices must be firm and all-inclusive. Bid submission must include company profile, trade license, experience certificates, references, method statement, delivery schedule, detailed commercial quotation, insurance details, and minimum 60 days validity. Estimated transit time is 15-20 days subject to vessel schedules and customs clearance. This tender is issued by the Embassy of Pakistan Abu Dhabi for delivery in Islamabad. Interested bidders should carefully prepare their technical and financial bids ensuring compliance with all requirements. A practical tip: ensure your packing and documentation are meticulously detailed to avoid customs delays and ensure smooth door-to-door delivery.