NAB has been approached to conduct an independent investigation into the non-transparent tendering process
\n PESHAWAR
\nMayor of the Capital Metropolitan Government Peshawar, Haji Zubair Ali, has taken immediate and serious notice of irregularities and the participation of fake bidders in the annual tender process of the General Bus Stand (Hajji Camp), ordering the cancellation of the entire tender.
\nAccording to a statement, the matter pertaining to the tender for the General Bus Stand was discussed in a high-level meeting chaired by Mayor Zubair Ali and attended by relevant stakeholders.
\nIt was unanimously decided that strict legal action will be initiated against individuals and facilitators who submitted fake or unverified bids.
\nThe statement said the mayor announced the formation of a formal inquiry committee to investigate the matter and hold the responsible parties accountable.
\nMayor Zubair Ali also directed the immediate transfer of all collected funds to the government account and the re-advertisement of a new, transparent, and merit-based tender.
\nHe emphasized that no illegal occupation or misuse of the Metropolitan Government\u2019s limited resources will be tolerated.
\n\u201cThe General Bus Stand is a key source of revenue for us and must be protected from corrupt practices at all costs. Ensuring transparency in public tenders is our collective responsibility,\u201d the mayor stated.
\nHe further revealed that the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has been approached to conduct an independent investigation into the non-transparent tendering process.
\nAccording to reports, several contractors submitted bids online without the required call deposit, prompting the mayor to halt the entire process immediately.
\nMayor Zubair Ali also affirmed that he will personally oversee all future tendering activities to ensure transparency, accountability, and the elimination of corruption.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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