Procurement of Fire Hoses for Fire Brigade Department, Karachi Metropolitan Corporation

This tender invites bids for the procurement of fire hoses for the Fire Brigade Department under Karachi Metropolitan Corporation in Karachi, Sindh. The Finance & Accounts Department, Contract Management Wing, is overseeing this procurement under the Security & Safety Equipment category. The scope includes supply of 125 high-pressure layflat fire hoses, each 30 meters long with a 65mm diameter, designed to withstand working pressures of 17 Bar and burst pressures of 50 Bar. These hoses feature a high visibility red outer jacket made of 100% virgin high tenacity polyester and an inner lining of nitrile rubber and PVC blend. Couplings conform to BS standards ensuring quick, leak-proof connections. The procurement will be executed at the Chief Fire Officer's office located on Nishter Road, Karachi, with strict adherence to quality and specifications to meet operational demands. Bidders must comply with Karachi Metropolitan Corporation's eligibility criteria including valid NTN, sales tax registration, and a minimum of three years' relevant experience. Firms should be registered with applicable authorities and maintain an active ATL status for the last three years. The tender requires a bid security of 5% of the estimated cost and a non-refundable bidding document fee of PKR 5,000. Compliance with PEC categories is advised where applicable, and bidders should ensure all documentation is complete and signed by authorized representatives. The submission deadline is set for 27th February 2026 at 11:30 a.m., with bid opening at 12:00 p.m. on the same day at the Finance & Accounts Department, Contract Management Wing, KMC Head Office, M.A. Jinnah Road, Karachi. Bidders must submit bids through the Sindh E-Pak Acquisition & Disposal System (EPADS) portal and also provide original bidding document fees and bid security instruments to the office before the deadline. Pro-Tip: Ensure the bid security and bidding document fee are submitted in original form to the designated office on time, as failure to do so will lead to disqualification. Also, carefully review the bidding documents for any specific stamp duty or legal requirements often overlooked in similar tenders.