Tender Details
Description / Scope of Work
The Punjab Forensic Science Agency, Home Department, invites tenders for the purchase of batteries for uninterruptible power supply systems at its Thokar Niaz Baig facility in Lahore. This is a single-stage, two-envelope e-procurement tender with an estimated cost of Rs. 5,180,200. The procurement is being conducted through the E.Procurement Regulatory Authority, and all interested applications must be registered on the E.Procurement portal to be eligible for participation. Tender documents containing detailed requirements, terms and conditions are available for download from registered bidders on the E.Procurement website at https://ep.punjab.gov.pk and the PPRA website at https://ep.punjab.gov.pk.
Bidders must possess valid registration from relevant sales tax and income tax authorities, as well as valid PRA registration as required by E.Procurement regulations. The technical and financial proposal must be submitted on or before 04.08.2026, no later than 1100 hours. Technical proposals will be opened on the same day at 1130 hours on the E.Procurement portal. In case the submission deadline falls on a public holiday, the next working day will be considered for proposal submission and opening. PFSA management reserves the right to reject any or all bids at any time prior to acceptance, as per Rule 35 of the Punjab Procurement Rules 2014.
Comprehensive bid documents are accessible through the E.Procurement system. Bidders should refer to the official PPRA website for the evaluation process and bid evaluation methodology. For queries and further information, interested parties may contact the Director General at phone (042) 37840007, fax (042) 99232761, or email pmusdi@gmail.com. All submissions must comply with E.Procurement procedures, and bidders are advised to verify all details and deadlines on the official portal before participation.
For Bidders: Our Analysis PAKISTANTENDER INSIGHT
Independent analysis by PakistanTender — not part of the official notice. Always confirm details against the original tender document.
Procurement of UPS batteries for a single forensic facility in Lahore—modest scope at ~Rs. 5.2M suggests replacement stock rather than infrastructure expansion. Single-stage, two-envelope e-tender with tight closure (mid-2026) and same-day technical opening indicates standard government pace. No recurring language implies one-off purchase; supplier should confirm battery specifications (capacity, chemistry, quantity) via tender documents as notice omits technical detail. Government buyer suggests emphasis on compliance over price aggressiveness.
Who can bid: Bidders must be registered on E.Procurement portal (punjab.gov.pk), hold valid sales tax and income tax registration, and possess valid PRA registration per E.Procurement rules. Not construction-related (battery supply), so PEC category not applicable. Typically, NTN and SECP registration also expected for corporate entities.