Transportation of Wheat Crop 2025-26 Within Region

The Food Department, Office of the Deputy Director Food Sukkur Region, invites bids for the transportation of wheat stocks within the Sukkur region for the financial year 2026-2027. This tender covers transportation services for wheat crop 2025-26 within the region, specifically from various Wheat Procurement Centers (WPCs) of Ghotki District to different Procurement Centers (PRCs) within the same district. Items being procured: - Transportation of wheat crop 2025-26 within region (26802 bags) - Fumigation of wheat stocks (31369.761 metric tons) The scope includes loading, unloading, and timely delivery of wheat bags weighing 101 kg each, including proper stacking at centers or godowns up to 15 to 18 bags high or in Gunjees stacking. The contractor is responsible for all en-route shortages or damages and must ensure safety measures against weather, theft, pilferage, and accidental damage. The contract period extends up to 28.02.2027 from the date of award. Eligibility criteria require bidders to be registered with FBR and SRB, have a minimum turnover of Rs. 15 million per annum for the last three years, and demonstrate experience in handling wheat transportation or similar work. Transport contractors currently working with the Food Department must provide a No Dues certificate. Bid security of Rs. 300,000 (3% of bid value) and a non-refundable tender fee of Rs. 5,000 are mandatory. Bids must be submitted electronically via the Sindh Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (SPPRA) E-PADS portal (http://eprocure.gov.pk) by 21-08-2026 at 12:00 PM, with bid opening at 12:30 PM the same day. Original bid security and tender fee must reach the Deputy Director Food Sukkur office before the deadline. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure all bid documents, including bid security and tender fee, are submitted both electronically and physically on time to avoid rejection. Pay close attention to the detailed terms and conditions, especially regarding performance security and compliance with safety and delivery standards to enhance your chances of success.