Procurement of Human Machine Interface (HMI) Touch Panel for Control/ATS Panel at QIAP Quetta

This tender invites bids for the procurement of a Human Machine Interface (HMI) Touch Panel for the Control/ATS Panel installed at Quetta International Airport (QIAP), Quetta, issued by the Pakistan Airports Authority. The procurement falls under Electronics & Appliances and IT & Office Equipment categories, reflecting the technical nature of the equipment required for airport operations in Quetta. The scope includes supply, delivery, and testing of the Siemens or equivalent HMI Module Touch Panel at QIAP Quetta. The supplier must ensure the equipment meets the technical specifications and is delivered within 90 days from contract signing. The delivery and testing will be conducted in the presence of the Divisional Engineer, Engineering Services Electrical/Mechanical, who will act as the inspection authority. The procurement process follows the PPRA Rule 36(b) Single Stage Two Envelope procedure, requiring bidders to submit both technical and financial proposals electronically via the PPRA EPADS portal and physically in sealed envelopes. Bidders must be registered on the EPADS portal, hold valid NTN certificates, and appear on the Active Taxpayer List (ATL) of FBR with 100% compliance. The bid security of Rs. 92,749/- must be submitted with the technical proposal in original form and a copy with the financial bid. The successful bidder will be required to provide a performance bond equal to 10% of the contract value. The warranty period for the equipment is one year from the date of receipt or installation. Compliance with PEC categories and FBR requirements for the fiscal year 2025-26 is mandatory, including submission of GST and NTN certificates. Bids must be submitted by the deadline of 07 April 2026, with bid opening scheduled on the same day at 11:30 AM at the Logistics Center (South), Headquarters Pakistan Airports Authority, JIAP Karachi. The submission address is Additional Director Logistics (APS), Logistics Center (South), HQs Pakistan Airports Authority, JIAP Karachi. Bidders are advised to submit proposals early to avoid last-minute technical issues on the EPADS portal. Pro-Tip: Ensure the original bid security is attached with the technical proposal and the copy with the financial bid as per instructions. Also, verify your active taxpayer status on the FBR portal and keep all GST and NTN certificates ready for submission to avoid disqualification. Check the PPRA EPADS portal regularly for any addenda or clarifications issued by the Pakistan Airports Authority.