Procurement of Photostat Machines and Related Items

Pakistan Railways, a Federal Government Department based in Lahore, is procuring Photostat Machines and related items. This procurement is aimed at fulfilling the operational and maintenance requirements of the department to ensure efficient and reliable service delivery. The technical scope includes the supply of three Photostat Machines along with any associated accessories or consumables necessary for their operation. Bidders must be original manufacturers, authorized distributors, suppliers, or contractors registered with Income Tax and Sales Tax Departments. They must also be active taxpayers listed with the Federal Board of Revenue and have a registered office for supply purposes. Eligibility criteria require bidders to have valid FBR registration and be compliant with tax regulations. Experience in supplying similar office equipment to government departments will be advantageous. The procurement follows the Single Stage-Two Envelope procedure under Public Procurement Rules-2004. The tender closing date is set for 18th May 2026 at 10:30 AM, with bid opening at 11:00 AM on the same day. Bids must be submitted physically in the tender box at the office of the Chief Controller of Purchase, Pakistan Railways Headquarters, Lahore, and also uploaded through the E-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) at https://eprocure.gov.pk. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure that the Earnest Money or Bid Security is submitted before the closing time physically, as no bids will be accepted without it. Also, carefully follow the instructions in the bidding documents to avoid disqualification. Procuring departments often emphasize compliance with submission guidelines, so attention to detail is crucial.