Operation and Grinding of China Chakki/Disk Mill for Powder Salt Production at PMDC Salt Mines Warcha

This tender from Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation in Khushab invites bids for operating a China Chakki/Disk Mill to grind good quality pink salt into powder form. The scope includes grinding, packing in bags with liners, sorting, special packing for export, and transportation of salt up to 1.5 KM from the mill to the packing place. The contract duration is one year with a quantity of 7,500 metric tonnes for grinding and sorting each. The work is based at PMDC Salt Mines, Warcha, requiring careful handling and quality control to meet export standards. The operation involves managing the grinding plant machinery, ensuring proper packing in 25 and 50 kg bags, and transporting the salt efficiently. The site in Warcha demands adherence to safety and quality standards, with penalties for substandard production or failure to meet targets. Contractors must have at least 5 years of experience operating grinding plants and provide financial soundness proof. The contract includes a 7% security deposit and requires signing an agreement within 7 days of award. Bidders must be registered with FBR and PRA, active taxpayers, and comply with all tax and legal obligations. The tender requires a bid security of Rs. 200,000 in the form of a demand draft or pay order. The tender remains valid for 90 days, and the lowest evaluated technically responsive bidder will be awarded the contract. Ensure all mandatory documents, including NTN, STRN, experience certificates, and affidavits, are attached. Submission deadline is on 28 January 2026 at 11:00 AM via EPADS, with bid opening at 11:30 AM on the same day. Original bid security must be submitted before the deadline. The physical address for queries is the PPRA Office, FBC Building, Sector G-5/2, Islamabad. Contact the Project Manager at PMDC Salt Mines Warcha for further details. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the tender documents for the exact format and requirements of the bid security and ensure timely submission of the original bid security to avoid disqualification. Also, verify the experience certificates and financial documents to meet the technical responsiveness criteria.