Procurement of Lapping Machine 24 Inch Three Ring Open Face Floor Standing

The Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGC) invites sealed bids for the procurement of a Lapping Machine, specifically a 24 inch, three ring, open face, floor standing model. This procurement is planned under the financial year 2026-27 and is referenced as SSGC/LP/EPADS2/PT/2186302 with contract number P115876. The procurement will be conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) version 2.0, ensuring transparency and ease of participation for all eligible bidders. Items being procured: - Lapping Machine, 24 Inch, Three Ring, Open Face, Floor Standing, Plate Diameter 24.00 IN (60.96 CM), Ring Inside Diameter 9.75 IN (24.77 CM), Number of Conditioning Rings 3, Plate Speed 70 The technical specifications require a robust and precise lapping machine suitable for industrial applications. The machine must meet the detailed specifications as outlined in the bidding documents. Eligible bidders must be registered with FBR (NTN and GSTN) and comply with all legal and technical requirements. Bid security in the form of Pay Order, Call at Deposit, or Bank Guarantee is mandatory. The bidding process follows the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique under the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Bids must be submitted online via EPADS v2.0 by Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 10:30 AM. The bid opening will occur on the same day at 11:00 AM through the EPADS platform. Manual submissions are not accepted. The procuring agency reserves the right to reject any or all bids without assigning any reason. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and upload all required documents duly signed and stamped to avoid disqualification. Also, submit the original bid security physically at the specified address before the deadline to maintain bid validity. This procurement offers a valuable opportunity for suppliers specializing in industrial machinery to engage with a leading energy sector company in Karachi, Sindh.