Procurement of 500 KVA Diesel Generator for Board of Secondary Education Karachi

This tender invites bids for the procurement of a 500 KVA diesel generator for the Board of Secondary Education Karachi, located in Nazimabad, Karachi. The procurement falls under the Power, Electrical & Solar Equipment category and aims to ensure uninterrupted power supply for the smooth conduct of SSC examinations. The generator must meet prime quality standards equivalent to reputed brands like CAT, Honda, or Yamaha, including comprehensive installation, testing, and commissioning services. The technical specifications require a diesel generator with all-inclusive rates covering taxes, transportation, labour, and training. The delivery site is the Board of Secondary Education Karachi office in Nazimabad. Bidders must demonstrate at least three years of relevant experience and a minimum turnover of PKR 15 million over the last three years. The tender follows a single stage one envelope procurement method, with bids evaluated on a quality-cum-rate basis to ensure the best value. Bidders should be registered with EPADS (SPPRA), FBR, and Sindh Revenue Board, and must submit a refundable bid security of PKR 300,000 and a non-refundable tender fee of PKR 2,000. The tender requires compliance with PEC categories and FBR/ATL registration for the fiscal year 2025-26. The bid validity period is 90 days from the date of opening, and performance security up to 10% of the contract price will be required from the successful bidder. The submission deadline is set for 10th March 2026 at 2:00 PM, with bid opening at 2:30 PM on the same day. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes to the office of the Secretary, Board of Secondary Education Karachi, Room No. 33, 1st Floor, Block-B, Nazimabad Karachi. Electronic submission on the EPADS portal is mandatory, accompanied by a hard copy. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes all required documents, especially the bid security and tender fee in the correct form, and verify your specimen/sample matches the approved specifications to avoid disqualification. Also, check the newspaper advertisement for any specific stamp duty requirements which are often overlooked.