Pre-Qualification of Laboratory Services Providers for Analysis of Marine Fuel Oils

The Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) invites prequalification applications from laboratory services providers for the analysis of all types of marine fuel oils. This prequalification is for a closed framework agreement to provide on-demand analysis of marine fuel oils per ISO 8217 latest standard 2017/2010, covering standard testing including TAN & SAN tests. The contract will involve subsequent call-off contracts with successful bidders. Items being procured: - On-demand analysis of marine fuel oils per ISO 8217 standard - Testing of TAN & SAN contents The scope includes detailed laboratory testing of marine fuel oil samples to ensure compliance with international standards. The prequalification process is open to all international applicants who meet the eligibility criteria outlined in the prequalification documents. Interested bidders must obtain the documents from the PNSC website after registration and provide all required details for record keeping. Applications must be submitted via email to bunker.foa@pnsc.com.pk by 11:00 AM on 14th September 2026. The technical bids will be opened the same day at 11:30 AM in the presence of applicants. The contract period for the framework agreement is one year starting October 2026. Bidders should ensure compliance with all requirements and timely submission to avoid disqualification. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully review the prequalification documents and maintain close communication with PNSC through the provided web-link for any amendments or updates during the process.