Providing, Installation, Testing, Commissioning of Fire Hydrant System at IBA Karachi Main Campus

This tender invites bids for the supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of a fire hydrant system at the Institute of Business Administration (IBA) Main Campus in Karachi. The project involves installing a comprehensive fire suppression system including electric and jockey pumps, controllers, piping, valves, hydrants, hose reels, and associated accessories. The system must comply with NFPA-20 and EN 12845 standards, ensuring high-quality materials such as stainless steel shafts, bronze impellers, and corrosion-resistant coatings are used. The site is located in Karachi, Sindh, requiring careful planning for installation within the campus premises while maintaining safety and accessibility. Bidders must be registered with PEC in category C-6 or above with specialization ME-02, and active on the FBR tax list. The tender requires submission of technical and financial bids separately, with a bid security of 2% of the bid price. The contract includes a 5% performance security and a defect liability period of one year. The project completion time is 120 days from commencement. The tender fee is PKR 5,000, and the bid validity is 90 days. The system includes advanced microprocessor controllers with LCD displays, pressure sensors, and alarm systems, ensuring reliable operation and monitoring. PEC category C-6 or above is mandatory, and bidders must be active taxpayers with valid NTN and GST registration. The tender emphasizes compliance with FBR/ATL requirements for the fiscal year 2025-26. Bidders should prepare all documentation including joint venture agreements if applicable, integrity pacts, and proof of purchase of tender documents. The bid opening will be public, and the evaluation will be based on technical merit and financial competitiveness. The submission deadline is **March 18, 2026 at 11:00 AM**, with bid opening at 11:30 AM the same day. Bids must be submitted via the SPPRA EPADS online portal, with original bid security and documents delivered physically to the Head of Procurement at IBA Main Campus, University Enclave, Karachi. The office is located at Gate No 4, IBA Main Campus. Late bids will not be accepted. Pro-Tip: Ensure to carefully review the technical specifications and submit all mandatory documents including the integrity pact and joint venture agreement if applicable. Pay special attention to the bid security and performance security requirements to avoid disqualification. Also, verify the bid submission on the EPADS portal matches the physical submission to prevent conflicts during evaluation.