Procurement of 3KVA UPS Qty. 30 for CNS Equipments at Various Airports

This tender invites bids for the procurement of thirty 3KVA UPS units intended for CNS equipment installed at various airports across Pakistan, managed by the Pakistan Airports Authority in Karachi. The procurement falls under Electronics & Appliances and IT & Office Equipment categories, reflecting the technical nature of the UPS systems required for critical airport navigation and communication infrastructure. The scope includes supply, delivery, and warranty support of the UPS units, which must meet the technical specifications outlined in the bidding documents. Delivery is expected within 60 days from contract signing, with installation and commissioning at designated airport locations. The tender emphasizes compliance with quality standards and requires bidders to submit both technical and financial proposals in sealed envelopes alongside electronic submissions via the PPRA EPADS portal. Bidders must be registered on the EPADS portal, hold valid NTN certificates, and appear on the Active Taxpayer List (ATL) of FBR with 100% compliance. The tender requires a bid security in the form of a bank guarantee or pay order, amounting to the specified sum, to be submitted with the technical bid. Performance security of 10% of the contract value will be required upon award. The warranty period for the UPS and batteries is 12 months from the date of receipt voucher issuance by PAA, with unconditional replacement for defective units. Submission deadline is **20-04-2026** with bid opening scheduled the same day. Bids must be submitted both electronically and physically to the Additional Director Logistics (ANS), Logistics Center (South), HQs Pakistan Airports Authority, JIAP Karachi. Late or incomplete submissions will be rejected. The tender follows PPRA Rule 36(b) for procurement and evaluation is based on least cost after technical compliance. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid security is in the prescribed form and attached with the technical bid, as non-compliance leads to outright rejection. Also, verify your ATL status and GST/NTN certificates before submission to avoid disqualification. Check the tender documents carefully for detailed technical specs and submission instructions to avoid common pitfalls such as incomplete documentation or late submissions.