Procurement of CRM Standards, Chemicals, and Consumables

The Hydrocarbon Development Institute of Pakistan (Hydrocarbon Development Institue of Pakistan) invites sealed bids from eligible and qualified bidders for the procurement of CRM Standards, Chemicals, and Consumables for the financial year 2026-27. This procurement is based in Karachi, Sindh, and will be conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 using the Single Stage-Two Envelope procedure with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique. Items being procured include: - Flash Point PMCC Procedure A ISO 17034 Certified Standard, Compliance ASTM D-93 (Qty: 1) - HFRR (Lubricity) Standard, Compliance ASTM D-6079 (Qty: 1) - Cloud Point Standard ISO 17034 Certified, Compliance ASTM D-2500 (Diesel) (Qty: 1) - Pour Point Standard ISO 17034 Certified, Compliance ASTM D-97 (Diesel) (Qty: 1) - Xylene (2.5L bottles) (Qty: 5) - ISO-Octane (Analytical Grade, 2.5L bottles) (Qty: 40) - Petroleum Ether (Analytical Grade, 2.5L bottles) (Qty: 10) - 1-Butanol (Analytical Grade, 2.5L bottles) (Qty: 10) - Ethanol (2.5L bottles) (Qty: 15) - Methanol (2.5L bottles) (Qty: 10) - Acetone (Commercial Grade, 1 Liter bottles) (Qty: 40) - Paraffin White Oil for viscosity bath (Qty: 200) - Refilling of Helium Gas Cylinder (Qty: 2) - Test tubes with corks for Pour/Cloud point ASTM D-97/D-2500 (Qty: 6) - XOS Accu cells (Cups for Sindie ASTM D-2622) (Qty: 3) - Condenser cleaner wire (PAC automatic distillation), Desiccant for PAC ALCOR JFTOT-IV, Coolant for PAC ALCOR JFTOT IV & PAC automatic distillation unit, Sample filter for PAC OPTIFUEL (Qty: 1 each) - Hollow Cathode Lamp for Thermo Scientific ICE3000 (PB, Fe Mn-1 each) (Qty: 1) - Hexane (2.5L bottles) (Qty: 2) The technical scope requires all goods to conform to specified ISO and ASTM standards with certifications where applicable. Delivery is expected within 27 days of contract award at the Hydrocarbon Development Institute of Pakistan premises in Korangi, Karachi. Eligible bidders must be registered with FBR and comply with all legal and technical requirements. Bid security in the form of Pay Order, Banker's Cheque, Bank Guarantee, or Demand Draft is mandatory. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0 by 01:00 PM on October 19, 2026, with original bid security physically submitted before the deadline at the specified address. The bid opening will be conducted online on EPADS v2.0 at 01:30 PM on the same day. Bidders are advised to register on EPADS v2.0 well in advance and ensure compliance with all bidding instructions. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully review the technical specifications and ensure all required documents and bid securities are submitted timely to avoid disqualification. This procurement offers a valuable opportunity for suppliers of certified chemicals and consumables to engage with a reputable government institute in Karachi. Bidders should leverage the EPADS platform for efficient bid submission and stay attentive to any clarifications or addenda issued through the system.