Procurement of Vehicles on Rental Basis under Open Framework Contract for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Human Capital Investment Project

This tender invites bids from eligible firms for the rental of vehicles under an open framework contract for the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Human Capital Investment Project (KP-HCIP), Health Department, based in Peshawar. The procurement covers monthly rental services for various vehicle types including 4x4 double cabin pickups and sedans, all model year 2020 or later, with comprehensive insurance and maintenance included. The vehicles will be used across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa including flood-affected districts, ensuring reliable transport for project activities. The contract requires firms to provide vehicles with licensed drivers, equipped with air conditioning and safety features such as seat belts and trackers. The rental price must be inclusive of driver salary, maintenance, insurance, and taxes. The contract duration is initially eight months, extendable by mutual consent. Bidders must submit bids electronically via the e-PADS system and provide a bid security of PKR 300,000 in the form of a Call Deposit Receipt or Bank Guarantee from their own account. Bidders should be registered with KPRA, hold valid NTN certificates, and have a minimum of three years' experience in vehicle rental or sales. Vehicles must be insured and comply with all legal requirements. The tender follows the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Public Procurement Rules, 2014, and requires bids to be valid for 60 days. The contract will be awarded to the lowest evaluated responsive bidder. Submission deadline is on the 20th of April 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 11:30 AM on the same day at the Project Director's office located at House No. 240, Defence Colony, Shami Road, Peshawar. Bidders must also submit the original bid security instrument physically before bid opening for verification. Pro-Tip: Ensure the bid security is issued from the bidder's own account as third-party securities will lead to disqualification. Also, carefully review the vehicle specifications and contract terms to avoid common pitfalls such as incomplete documentation or ambiguous offers.