Procurement of Fire Fighting and Safety Services at National Bank of Pakistan Head Office Karachi

The National Bank of Pakistan (Security Management Wing) invites bids for the procurement of Fire Fighting and Safety Services at its Head Office Building located on I.I. Chundrigar Road, Karachi, along with other allied premises in Karachi. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and will be conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 using a Single Stage Two Envelope procedure with Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) technique. Items being procured: - Fire Supervisor: 1 position - Fire Fighters: 30 positions Total resources: 31 personnel The scope includes deployment of qualified fire fighting personnel 24/7 to promptly respond to fire emergencies and prevent fire spread using all firefighting appliances available at the premises. The contract duration is three years (36 months) starting from the date of contract execution. Deployment of resources must be completed within 30 days of signing the agreement. The number of personnel may be adjusted between 30 to 50 as per NBP's requirements. Eligibility criteria require bidders to be registered with FBR and SECP, have at least five years of establishment in Pakistan, valid membership with Fire Protection Associates of Pakistan, and experience providing fire fighting services to at least two government or financial institutions with multistoried buildings over the last three years. Bidders must also comply with all regulatory and labor laws including EOBI, social security, minimum wages, and insurance obligations. Bids must be submitted online via EPADS v2.0 by 11:00 AM on November 25, 2026. Manual submissions will not be accepted. Bid security of PKR 500,000 in the form of Pay Order or Banker's Cheque in favor of National Bank of Pakistan is mandatory. Performance guarantee of 5% of the contract price will be required from the successful bidder. The contract includes detailed terms on deployment shifts, qualifications of personnel, uniforms, training certificates, police verification, and penalties for non-compliance. Monthly invoices will be submitted against actual deployment. Bidders are advised to carefully review the bidding documents and ensure compliance with all requirements. One practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and submit all required documents and bid security well before the deadline to avoid disqualification. This procurement offers a significant opportunity for qualified firms specializing in fire fighting and safety services to provide critical safety support to a premier financial institution in Karachi.