Supply of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Items for Coal Projects at PMDC Quetta Branch

This tender invites bids for the supply of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) items required for coal projects managed by the Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation (PMDC) at its Quetta branch. The procurement focuses on essential safety and monitoring equipment including multi-gas detectors, air quality monitors, breathing apparatus, stretchers, spinal boards, PPE storage lockers, and various meters such as noise, lux, hygrometer, pH, and TDS meters. These items are critical for ensuring workplace safety and environmental monitoring at the coal project sites in Quetta. The technical specifications demand high-quality, reliable equipment from reputable brands or equivalents. For example, gas detectors must detect multiple gases including oxygen and hazardous vapors, while breathing apparatus must provide up to four hours of breathable air in toxic atmospheres. The storage lockers are required to be rust-proof and lockable, ensuring secure storage of personal protective equipment. The site location in Quetta presents logistical challenges due to its terrain and climate, making durable and efficient equipment essential for operational safety. Bidders must be registered with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and Sales/Income Tax Departments, and must submit a bid security of PKR 600,000 in the form of a pay order or demand draft. The tender follows the Least Cost Based (LCB) method under PPRA regulations, 2010, with a single-stage, single-envelope bidding process. Compliance with technical specifications is mandatory for bid consideration. Firms should ensure their FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL) status is current and meet all 2025-26 fiscal year requirements to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline is set for 02 March 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening scheduled for 11:30 AM the same day via the EPADS online portal. Bidders must submit their electronic bids through EPADS, and original bid security instruments must be delivered before the deadline. The physical address for correspondence is the PMDC Branch Office, Bijli Road, Quetta Cantt. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the technical specifications and ensure all required certifications and literature for each item are included with your bid. Missing documentation or incomplete bid security can lead to outright rejection, so double-check all submission requirements before the deadline.