Framework Contract for Supply of Ration in Lahore Zoo by Lahore Zoo Management

Lahore Zoo, Mall Road Lahore, under the office of the Director, Lahore Zoo, has invited bids through e-Procurement under PPRA Rules for a Framework Contract for Supply of Ration in Lahore Zoo, Lahore, on a package/lot-wise basis for the financial year 2026-2027. The tender, numbered as Tender No: /---/August/2026 and dated 04-08-2026, covers the periodic supply of ration (animal feed and related provisions) required for the upkeep of animals housed at Lahore Zoo, located in Lahore, Punjab. Bidders may quote for one or more lots as per the detailed schedule of items included in the bidding documents.

Interested and eligible bidders, including registered suppliers and firms dealing in ration and allied food items, are required to meet the eligibility criteria specified in the bidding documents, which include documentary proof of eligibility and qualification, conformity of goods to the specified standards, and submission of a bid security as prescribed. Bidders must also comply with the one-person-one-bid rule and submit all required certifications regarding their legal and financial standing as outlined in the Instructions to Bidders section.

Complete bidding documents, including instructions to bidders, evaluation criteria, and contract conditions, are available through the e-Procurement portal under PPRA Rules. Bids must be submitted electronically as per the schedule mentioned in the invitation to bidders section, with the closing date set for 04-08-2026. Prospective bidders are advised to consult the Lahore Zoo procurement office or the e-Procurement portal for further details regarding submission procedures, bid opening schedule, and any clarifications required prior to the deadline.

This is a recurring annual framework contract for supplying ration to Lahore Zoo, likely covering multiple lots for different animal categories (meat, grains, fruits, vegetables etc.), suitable for small to medium suppliers with cold-chain or bulk food supply capability. Since it's lot-wise, smaller vendors can bid for specific categories rather than the entire contract, reducing capital requirements. Government zoo contracts of this nature typically involve steady, predictable demand but require reliable daily/weekly delivery and strict quality compliance for animal welfare.

Who can bid: The notice references eligibility and qualification documentation under PPRA Rules but does not specify exact licenses. Typically, bidders would need active NTN/GST registration, SECP or business registration certificates, and proof of prior supply experience in ration/food items to qualify for such framework contracts.