Procurement of 8 Inch Pre-Coated Line Pipe for Pipeline Laying and Integration in Karachi

This tender from Sui Southern Gas Company Limited in Karachi calls for the supply of 8 inch diameter pre-coated line pipes, specifically API 5L Grade X60 with a wall thickness of 0.188 inches. The pipes are intended for laying and integration of a 7 km pipeline from POD Sujawal to the nearest point of an existing 28 km Ayesha POD spurline. The procurement involves high-quality steel pipes with 3-layer polyethylene external coating (3LPE) meeting ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications, ensuring durability and compliance with environmental and safety standards. The scope requires manufacturers with proven production capabilities of at least 10,000 meters per month and a minimum of five years of experience in pipe manufacturing and coating application. The pipes must be new, unused, and free from defects such as dirt, grease, or oil. Each pipe will be die-stamped with the manufacturer’s name, SSGC purchase order number, and year of manufacture. Delivery is scheduled within 90 days of purchase order issuance, with free delivery to the designated dump location at P.O.D Nur Bangla, Badin. Bidders must be active on the FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL) and comply with all PEC and FBR requirements for the 2025-26 financial year. The tender follows a single-stage two-envelope bidding procedure, requiring separate technical and financial bids. Earnest money of PKR 570,000 is mandatory, and bid validity extends 120 days from the bid opening date. The submission deadline is strictly set for 06 April 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 11:30 AM at the Tender Room, CRD Building, SSGC Head Office, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes the original token slip from the tender document purchase and attach the Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) as earnest money. Also, verify all technical specifications and mandatory certificates such as API 5L, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 are included to avoid disqualification.