Import of Liquid Nitrogen Dewar for Dr. Panjwani Center Karachi

The procurement opportunity is for the import of a Liquid Nitrogen Dewar with a capacity of 240 liters for the Dr. Panjwani Center for Molecular Medicine and Drug Research located at the International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences, University of Karachi, Sindh. This tender is specifically aimed at suppliers capable of delivering a vacuum insulated cryogenic vessel made of stainless steel, designed for storage and dispensing of liquid nitrogen with a minimum design temperature of -196°C and a maximum allowable working pressure of 32 barG. The Dewar must meet the PED EN13458 standard and have an evaporation rate of 0.71% per day. The equipment weighs 140 kg empty and 334 kg when full, with precise dimensions provided in the tender documents. The scope includes supply, delivery, and installation of the Dewar at the Karachi site within twelve weeks from the date of contract award. Bidders must be registered with FBR and have a valid ATL status. A minimum of three years relevant experience and a company profile demonstrating financial and technical capability are mandatory. The minimum annual turnover should be at least equal to the bid amount for the last three financial years. Earnest Money in the form of 2% bid security and a 5% performance guarantee are required. Bids must be prepared in English and submitted in a single stage one envelope procedure as per SPP Rules 2010 (updated 2013). The deadline for submission is **02-06-2026** by 12:00 PM, with bid opening immediately thereafter. Bidders should ensure all documents, including the summary sheet, are fully completed to avoid rejection. The submission address is the Purchase Office, ICCBS-UoK, Karachi. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully verify the bid security validity period and ensure it extends at least 14 days beyond the bid validity to avoid disqualification. Also, submitting original bid security documents is crucial as copies are not accepted. This tender offers a significant opportunity for suppliers specializing in cryogenic equipment and industrial machinery to engage with a prestigious research institution in Karachi. The estimated cost is above **PKR 5.0 million**, reflecting the high technical standards and quality expected by the procuring agency.