Pakistan Issues Fresh Tender for Import of 100,000 Metric Tons of Sugar

Islamabad — The Government of Pakistan has issued a new tender to import 100,000 metric tons of sugar, following concerns over high bid prices in a previous round.

According to sources at the Trading Corporation of Pakistan (TCP), the earlier tender is likely to be canceled due to unacceptably high rates quoted by bidding companies. Four companies had submitted bids, but the offered prices were deemed too steep, with the estimated landed cost of imported sugar reaching up to PKR 227 per kilogram.

The new tender is scheduled to be opened on August 11, as confirmed by TCP officials. The decision to float a new tender was taken to secure a more competitive price and ensure affordability for domestic consumers amid rising inflation and sugar shortages.

This move comes as part of the government’s broader efforts to stabilize sugar prices and improve supply in the local market.

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