Supply of High-Capacity Rolling Stock Tracking System

This tender from the National Logistics Corporation (NLC) in Rawalpindi invites qualified firms to supply a high-capacity rolling stock tracking system. The procurement focuses on rugged, long-life asset trackers designed for outdoor, non-powered environments, with specialized metallic housings for secure installation on rolling stock units. The system includes GPS/GSM transmission capabilities, IP67 protection, and a battery life exceeding 10 years, ensuring reliable live tracking of 6,000 wagons. The technical scope covers hardware installation, data transmission twice daily, and integration with a centralized software platform hosted at the FWO HQ Data Center. This platform offers live asset location views, historical data access, and geofencing for operational safety and engineering restrictions. The system supports speed limit alerts and automated reporting, enhancing operational control and asset security in Rawalpindi. Bidders should ensure compliance with PEC categories and maintain active FBR/ATL status for the 2025-26 financial year. The tender requires submission of Earnest Money, Call Deposit Receipt (CDR), and adherence to all bid qualification criteria including OEM authorization and technical data submission. Firms must also provide a 5% Performance Bank Guarantee and offer a one-year comprehensive warranty supported by the OEM. The submission deadline is set for 30 March 2026, with the tender opening at HQ NLC, Harding Road, Rawalpindi. Offers must be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked with the tender number and opening date. Late submissions or incomplete bids will be rejected. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the newspaper advertisement for specific stamp duty requirements and ensure all technical brochures and comparison charts are attached to avoid disqualification.