Procurement of Wheat Transportation Services for Rabi Season 2026-27

The Food Department Punjab invites bids for the provision of wheat transportation services for the Rabi season 2026-27. This procurement is being conducted through the EPAD (Punjab e-Procurement system), and interested transporters are required to submit their bids online. The department seeks reliable and experienced transporters to handle the movement of wheat from various procurement centers to designated storage points across Punjab. Items being procured: - Wheat transportation services (Lot wise, for Rabi season 2026-27) The technical scope includes the provision of suitable vehicles, timely delivery, and adherence to all safety and quality standards as specified by the Food Department Punjab. Bidders must ensure that their vehicles are in good condition and capable of transporting wheat efficiently and securely. The contract will be awarded on a lot-wise basis, and each lot will require a separate bid submission. Eligibility criteria include registration with the National Tax Number (NTN), active status on the FBR/ATL, and submission of an earnest money deposit of 5% of the bid amount per lot, which amounts to Rs. 2,400,000 per lot. Bidders must submit their technical and financial bids through the EPAD system by 10:00 AM on 10.11.2026. The technical bids will be opened at 10:30 AM on the same day in the presence of the bidders or their authorized representatives. All bids must comply with PPRA Rule 38 (2)(a) and follow the single stage-two envelopes procedure. Bidders are advised to carefully review the tender documents and ensure all required documents are uploaded in the correct format. A practical tip: double-check your bid submission on the EPAD portal to avoid last-minute technical issues, and ensure your earnest money pay order is correctly referenced for each lot.