Tender Details
Description / Scope of Work
The Special Investment Facilitation Council Division, Cabinet Secretariat, Government of Pakistan invites sealed tenders through the Single Stage Two Envelopes bidding procedure via E-PADS for catering services in Islamabad. The contract covers provision of meals and refreshments for Parliamentarians, government employees, media persons and other visitors attending meetings, conferences and seminars organized by SIFCD. Eligible caterers must be based in Islamabad Municipal Corporation area and possess proper food production and distribution facilities. Tender documents including detailed menu items and draft contract terms are available on E-PADS and the websites www.ppra.org.pk and https://SIFCD.gov.pk.
Tender submissions must be accompanied by a Company Profile demonstrating relevant experience in restaurant, catering or high-class cafeteria operations, details of staff strength and qualifications, and a client list. Only firms with proven track records in the catering business and sound financial standing will be admitted to competitive bidding. An earnest money deposit of 2 percent of the Estimated Cost, submitted as a bank draft in favour of the Section Officer (Administration), SIFCD, Islamabad, is mandatory. No tender will be accepted without this refundable security.
Tenders must be uploaded on E-PADS by 14 September 2026 at 11:00 a.m. and will be opened the same day at 11:30 a.m. by the evaluation committee at SIFCD's office in Islamabad. Interested bidders should obtain full tender documentation from the official websites and contact the Section Officer (Administration) at Tel: 051-9215570 for clarifications.
For Bidders: Our Analysis PAKISTANTENDER INSIGHT
Independent analysis by PakistanTender — not part of the official notice. Always confirm details against the original tender document.
This is a one-off catering supply contract for high-level government functions in Islamabad, likely covering multiple events over an unspecified period.
The tender requires caterers to have established operations in Islamabad with food production and distribution infrastructure, limiting competition to established local firms. The 2% earnest money requirement is modest, but the emphasis on client references and proven experience in institutional catering suggests SIFCD will prioritize quality and reliability. The tight 30-day submission window and same-day opening indicate standard procurement timelines.
Who can bid: Bidders must be registered caterers operating in Islamabad Municipal Corporation area with owned or leased food production and distribution facilities. Typically, Pakistani catering firms should hold NTN registration, valid food safety licenses from local health authorities, and SECP registration if incorporated. Previous contracts with government or corporate entities are strongly preferred based on the notice's emphasis on proven track record.