Procurement of Armor Plating for Dozers and Excavators

Heavy Industries Taxila, through its Supply Chain Management Directorate, invites sealed bids for the procurement of Armor Plating specifically designed for Dozers and Excavators. This tender is based in Taxila Cantt, Punjab, and is governed by the Ministry of Defence Production rules and PPRA regulations. The procurement is critical for defense manufacturing and requires strict adherence to technical specifications and delivery timelines. Items being procured: - Ballistic Steel 1500 x 3000 x 6.5 mm Sheet (Qty: 5) - Bullet Proof Glass (Thickness: 42 mm) with sizes: a. 500 x 400 mm (Qty: 2) b. 500 x 500 mm (Qty: 2) c. 600 x 60 mm (Qty: 1) d. 550 x 550 mm (Qty: 2) e. 1000 x 670 x 650 x 350 mm (Qty: 1, detailed in Annexure) The technical scope includes supply of brand new, high-quality armor plating materials conforming to the latest approved drawings and specifications. The delivery period is one month after contract signing, with destination at ARDIC, HIT Taxila. Bidders must submit technical and financial proposals in separate sealed envelopes as per the Single Stage Two Envelope procedure. Eligibility requires valid NTN, Sales Tax registration, and compliance with DPP&I-35 and MoDP rules. Firms must provide audited financial reports for the last three years, valid registration certificates, and a postal order of Rs 2000/- with the technical bid. The tender emphasizes strict compliance with bid security requirements, warranty obligations, and performance guarantees. The bid submission deadline is 19 August 2026 at 10:30 hours, with bid opening at 11:00 hours the same day at the Supply Chain Management Directorate, HIT Taxila. Bidders are advised to carefully review all tender documents, including technical specifications and evaluation criteria, and ensure timely submission to avoid disqualification. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure that your technical proposal includes all mandatory documents such as OEM certificates, audited financial statements, and a properly filled checklist. Late or incomplete submissions will be rejected. Early preparation and thorough compliance with the tender conditions will enhance your chances of success.