Procurement of I-BEAM IPN400 Steel Beams for SNGPL Multan Transmission Distribution Office

The Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL), Multan Transmission Distribution Office, is inviting sealed bids for the procurement of I-BEAM IPN400 steel beams under tender number MNT/TE/040/2026. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and aims to supply high-quality steel beams to the Compression Station CC-1 (Haran Pur) in Multan. The procurement process will be conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0, ensuring transparency and ease of participation for eligible bidders. Items being procured: - I-BEAM IPN400 steel beams, quantity 30 meters The technical specifications for the I-BEAM include a standard IPN 400 with a flange slope of 14%, minimum weight of 90 kg/m, height of 400 mm, flange width of 155 mm, flange thickness of 21.6 mm, web thickness of 14.4 mm, and specified radii r1 and r2 of 14.4 mm and 8.6 mm respectively. Bidders must ensure compliance with these specifications and provide relevant technical literature and certifications. Eligibility criteria require bidders to be registered with FBR, possess valid professional tax certificates, and comply with all legal and regulatory requirements. Joint ventures or consortiums are not allowed for this tender. Bid security must be submitted in the form of a Pay Order, Banker's Cheque, Call Deposit, Bank Guarantee, or Demand Draft as specified. The bid submission deadline is Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 03:00 PM, with bid opening scheduled for the same day at 03:30 PM via EPADS v2.0. Manual submissions will not be accepted. Bidders must submit their bids online and deliver the original bid security to the SNGPL Stores Department at Piran Ghaib Road, Multan before the deadline. This procurement follows the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique in accordance with Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Bidders are advised to carefully review the bidding documents, including general terms, technical specifications, and price schedules, all available on EPADS. One authorized representative per bidder may attend the public bid opening upon submission of an authority letter. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and upload all required documents accurately to avoid disqualification. Early preparation and adherence to submission guidelines will enhance your chances of success. This tender represents a significant opportunity to supply essential steel beams to a major gas transmission facility in Multan, contributing to infrastructure development and energy distribution in Punjab.