Lathe Machine and Hydraulic Press Services Framework Contract for Ambulance Fleet Maintenance in Karachi

This tender invites bids for lathe machine and hydraulic press services in Karachi under a closed framework contract by Sindh Integrated Emergency and Health Services (SIEHS). The contract focuses on precision machining and pressing services essential for maintaining the mechanical reliability of 463 ambulances operating across Sindh. The scope includes machining brake discs and drums, repairing engine components, and press fitting bearings and bushings with strict adherence to OEM standards. Skilled technicians and well-calibrated equipment are mandatory to ensure high accuracy and safety compliance. The contract duration is 12 months with a maximum turnaround time of 2–3 working days per job and emergency same-day support. Vendors must have at least three years of relevant experience and industrial-grade machinery. The work involves critical engineering tasks such as resurfacing brake components and precise alignment of engine parts, which are vital to minimize ambulance downtime and ensure road safety. Bidders should be registered on FBR and SRB active taxpayer lists and comply with all legal and technical requirements including PEC categories and FBR/ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26. The bid security is fixed at PKR 200,000, and performance security at 5% of the contract value. Bids must remain valid for 90 days. Payment terms are post-inspection with no advance payments. Submission deadline is on 9th March 2026 at 10:30 AM via the EPADS portal, with bid opening at 11:00 AM at SIEHS office located at 43-15/K, Block 6, PECHS, Karachi. Physical submission of pay order is also required before the deadline. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes the non-refundable tender fee receipt and bid security in the prescribed format. Double-check the EPADS upload and physical submission deadlines to avoid disqualification due to late or incomplete submissions.