Operation and Allied Work of Grinding Plant at PMDC Salt Mines Warcha

This tender invites bids from qualified contractors for the operation and allied work of the grinding plant at PMDC Salt Mines, Warcha, District Khushab, Punjab. Issued by Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation, this opportunity focuses on sorting, grinding, packing, and transportation of high-quality white salt. The scope includes removal of dust and insoluble materials, shifting salt to the grinding plant, packing in 25 kg and 50 kg bags for export, and transporting the finished product up to 1.5 KM from the grinding plant to the packing area. The work involves handling large quantities of salt, approximately 14,000 MT per year for sorting and grinding each, with additional packing and transportation as per requirements. The site in Warcha presents logistical challenges including proper storage and handling to maintain product quality. Contractors must ensure the use of liners for packing and maintain proper arrangements in the godown. The contract duration is one year, extendable with mutual consent, and requires adherence to PMDC's quality and safety standards. Bidders must be registered with FBR and PRA, hold active taxpayer status, and have at least five years of experience operating grinding plants. Compliance with PEC categories and FBR/ATL requirements for the fiscal year 2025-26 is essential. The bid security of PKR 600,000 must accompany the bid, and all taxes including GST must be included in the quoted rates. Financial soundness and litigation-free status with PMDC are mandatory. The submission deadline is set for 08 April 2026 at 02:00 PM, with bid opening at 02:30 PM on the same day at PMDC Head Office, Islamabad. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS, with original bid security submitted physically before the deadline. The physical address for submission is PMDC Head Office, 13-H-9, Islamabad. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid documents are fully signed and stamped, and double-check the inclusion of all required certificates and bid security. Missing or unsigned documents will lead to disqualification. Also, confirm the exact stamp duty requirements as per the newspaper advertisement to avoid last-minute issues.