Pre-Qualification of Firms/Contractors for Third Party Testing & Inspection of Corrosion Control

The Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGC) Procurement Department in Karachi invites qualified firms and contractors to pre-qualify for the provision of third party testing and inspection services related to corrosion control. This pre-qualification is conducted under a Single Stage One Envelope Bidding Procedure for the fiscal year 2026-27. The objective is to identify capable service providers who will subsequently be invited to participate in bidding and contract agreements for corrosion control inspection and testing activities. Items being procured: - Third Party Testing & Inspection of Corrosion Control as per specified criteria The scope includes inspection and testing services for cathodic protection materials and coating activities, requiring certified lead inspectors with AMPP, TWI, or BGAS certifications. Applicants must demonstrate technical stability, relevant experience ranging from 3 to 15 years, valid HSE certifications such as ISO 45001 and 14001, and possess their own or contracted testing laboratory facilities. Financial stability and turnover criteria are also part of the evaluation. Interested applicants must submit their applications exclusively through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 portal by Monday, September 7, 2026, at 10:30 AM. Technical and financial submissions must be complete, signed, and stamped, including valid PEC certificates if applicable. Manual submissions will not be accepted. The opening of applications will occur on the same day at 11:00 AM via EPADS. Applicants are advised to carefully review the pre-qualification documents available on EPADS and ensure compliance with all eligibility and qualification criteria. One practical tip for bidders is to register early on the EPADS portal and review the tutorial video to avoid last-minute submission issues. Earnest Money in the form of a physical bid bond must be deposited at the SSGC Head Office Tender Room before the submission deadline to avoid disqualification. This pre-qualification process is a critical step for firms aiming to provide specialized corrosion control inspection services to SSGC in Karachi, Sindh.