Procurement of DG Set Mechanical Items, Motor Starting Items, and Cylinder Liner Items

The Pakistan Railways Headquarters Office (Chief Controller of Purchase) in Lahore is inviting bids for the procurement of various mechanical and related items for the fiscal year 2026-27. This procurement is part of a planned fund allocation to support Pakistan Railways' operational needs. The tender references include three separate procurements: Tender No. 07/0010/00-0/1-2026 for DG Set Mechanical Items (72 items), Tender No. 07/0011/00-0/1-2026 for Motor Starting Items (58 items), and Tender No. 07/0012/00-0/1-2026 for Cylinder Liner Items (89 items). Items being procured: - DG Set Mechanical Items (72 items) - Motor Starting Items (58 items) - Cylinder Liner Items (89 items) The technical scope covers mechanical components essential for diesel generator sets, motor starting mechanisms, and cylinder liners, which are critical for the maintenance and operation of railway machinery. The procurement will be conducted through a single stage-two envelope process using the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique in accordance with the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Bidders must submit bids electronically via EPADS v2.0 by the deadline. Eligibility criteria include registration with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), inclusion on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL), and relevant experience in supplying mechanical and electrical goods. Bid security in the form of Pay Order, Call Deposit, Bank Guarantee, or Demand Draft is mandatory as per the bidding documents. The submission deadline is Friday, August 7, 2026, at 10:30 AM, with bid opening scheduled for 11:00 AM the same day on EPADS v2.0. Manual submissions will not be accepted. Interested bidders should ensure timely registration on EPADS and carefully follow the bidding instructions to avoid disqualification. A practical tip for bidders is to thoroughly review the bid security requirements and ensure all documents are complete and compliant before submission. This will help avoid common pitfalls that lead to bid rejection in government procurement processes.