Advance Lube Oil Test for Solar T-60 Gas Turbine Compressor at N.Shah and Shikarpur

The Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGC) Procurement Department in Karachi is inviting bids for the provision of advanced lube oil testing services specifically for the Solar T-60 Gas Turbine Compressor located at N.Shah and Shikarpur. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and follows the National Single Stage-One Envelope procedure with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique as per Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Items being procured: - Advance Lube Oil Test for Ruler - TAN (Total Acid Number) Analysis - Element Analysis - MPC (Membrane Patch Colorimetry) - Water Content - Particle Count - Viscosity - Rotating Pressure - Foaming - Air Release The scope of work includes conducting these detailed oil tests as per the Bill of Quantities (BOQ) and technical specifications attached with the SSGC tender document. The tests are critical for monitoring the condition and performance of the gas turbine compressor to ensure operational reliability and efficiency. Eligible bidders must be registered on EPADS v2.0 and comply with all qualification criteria including valid PEC certification if required, FBR registration, and must submit a physical bid bond to the SSGC Tender Room before the bid submission deadline. The bid security must be in the form of Pay Order or Bank Guarantee. Bidders should have the technical competence, financial resources, and experience to perform the contract satisfactorily. The deadline for bid submission is Monday, August 17, 2026 at 10:30 AM via EPADS v2.0 only; manual submissions will not be accepted. Bids will be opened the same day at 11:00 AM. The procuring agency reserves the right to reject any or all bids without assigning any reason. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your bid documents are complete, signed, and stamped as incomplete submissions will be rejected. Also, register early on EPADS v2.0 and upload all required documents well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for service providers specializing in oil analysis and turbine maintenance to engage with a major energy sector client in Karachi.