Procurement of Machinery Equipment (Engraving, Belt Disc Sander, CNC Milling Machines)

The Pakistan Meteorological Department, through its Indent and Purchase Section in Karachi, is procuring advanced machinery equipment including a Fiber Laser Engraving Machine, Belt Disc Sander Machine, and CNC Milling Machine. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2025-26 and aims to enhance the department's technical capabilities in engraving, sanding, and milling operations. The technical scope includes a Fiber Laser Engraving Desktop Machine capable of marking metals such as stainless steel, brass, and copper with a 20W fiber laser and rotary chuck. The Belt Disc Sander Machine features power between 250W to 400W with specified belt and disc sizes. The CNC Milling Machine is equipped with FANUC or SIEMENS control, multiple axis movements, a 30-position tool turret, and spindle motor power up to 16 KW, suitable for precise milling tasks. Eligible bidders must comply with the Public Procurement Rules 2004, be registered with FBR and ATL, and demonstrate relevant experience in supplying such machinery. Joint ventures are not allowed. Bidders must submit bids through the EPADS v2.0 system and provide bid security as specified. The technical and financial bids will be evaluated using the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method. The bid submission deadline is Sunday, June 7, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 11:30 AM on the same day via EPADS v2.0. Manual submissions are not accepted. The submission address for bid security hard copies is the Met. Complex, Gulistan-e-Johar, Block-5, University Road, Karachi. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and to carefully prepare the bid documents in English, including all required declarations and bid security, to avoid disqualification. Early preparation and adherence to the detailed specifications will improve chances of success in this competitive procurement.