Procurement of Lubricant Oil for MWM Gas Generators at NBP Head Office Karachi

This procurement opportunity in Karachi by the National Bank of Pakistan involves the supply of lubricant oil for MWM gas generators installed at the ground floor of the NBP Head Office Building. The tender falls under the Fuel & Gas Cylinders category, focusing on specialized lubricants essential for the smooth operation of gas generators. The scope requires delivery of 20 drums of lubricant oil meeting OEM specifications such as Mobil, Shell, Total, Castrol, or equivalent brands. The oil must comply with specific technical parameters including mineral base oil, sulphate ash max 0.5%, TBN of 6 or greater, SAE class 40, and viscosity between 13 to 13.5 mm2/s at 100°C. The supplier is also responsible for lab testing of the lubricant during usage at no extra cost and must provide manufacturer authorization and product authentication documents. Delivery is expected within 30 days from contract commencement at the NBP premises in Karachi. Bidders should ensure compliance with eligibility criteria including registration with FBR, presence in Karachi for after-sales service, and relevant experience with similar contracts worth at least PKR 2 million in the last three years. The tender requires submission of a bid security of PKR 90,000 in the form of a payment order or bank guarantee. The procurement will be conducted through the PPRA EPADS portal with original bid security submitted physically before the closing time. The tender advises bidders to be on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) and to provide a notarized power of attorney for authorized signatories. The contract does not require performance security or advance payment. Payment terms specify 100% payment within 30 days of acceptance. Liquidated damages of 0.5% per week apply for delays up to the amount of the bid security. Arbitration will be conducted in Karachi under Pakistani law. Submission deadline is bold 5 March 2026 at 11:00 AM with bid opening at 11:30 AM via EPADS. The physical address for bid opening and correspondence is the 3rd Floor, NBP Head Office Building, I.I. Chundrigar Road, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Ensure the original bid security is submitted on time to avoid disqualification, and verify all technical compliance documents carefully to meet bid responsiveness requirements.