Supply of Automatic Floor Mopping Machines for Karachi Facility

This procurement opportunity in Karachi by the Pakistan Security Printing Corporation focuses on acquiring two advanced automatic floor mopping machines under the Cleaning & Janitorial Supplies category. The machines are walk-behind scrubber dryers with a cleaning width of 75 to 90 cm, designed for high productivity of 3,500 m² per hour. They feature lithium iron phosphate batteries with a runtime of 3 to 5 hours, adjustable brush pressure, and digital control panels with service alerts. The machines come with a 5-year warranty covering both the unit and batteries, including on-site installation and operator training. The machines will be delivered to the Jinnah Avenue facility in Malir Halt, Karachi, with a delivery timeline of 30 days after purchase order issuance. The technical specifications emphasize durability with corrosion-resistant tanks, impact-resistant bodies, and heavy-duty industrial-grade frames. Brands like Lavor, Nilfisk, Karcher, and Numatic or equivalents are acceptable, ensuring quality and reliability for the cleaning operations at the site. Bidders should ensure compliance with the Pakistan Security Printing Corporation's procurement rules, including valid PEC registration and active FBR tax status for the fiscal year 2025-26. The tender requires submission through the EPADS v2.0 online portal, with bid security and performance guarantees as per the bidding documents. The procurement follows the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method, emphasizing cost-effectiveness alongside technical compliance. The submission deadline is set for 11:00 AM on April 2, 2026, with bid opening at 11:30 AM the same day via EPADS. Bidders must submit their bids electronically; manual submissions will not be entertained. The physical address for bid security submission and correspondence is the Pakistan Security Printing Corporation office at Jinnah Avenue, Malir Halt, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Ensure timely registration and bid submission on EPADS v2.0, as manual bids are disqualified. Also, carefully review the bid security requirements and submit the original bid security physically before the deadline to avoid disqualification.