Procurement of Melting Point Apparatus

Heavy Industries Taxila, located in Taxila, Punjab, is inviting sealed bids for the procurement of a Melting Point Apparatus. This procurement is managed by the Supply Chain Management Directorate and is scheduled for submission and opening on 19 August 2026. The tender requires firms to submit separate technical and financial proposals in sealed envelopes, with a mandatory bid security in the form of a Call Deposit Receipt, Bank Draft, or Pay Order. The apparatus to be procured is a Stuart SMP10 or equivalent digital melting point apparatus, capable of determining melting points of two samples simultaneously with a temperature range from ambient to 300°C and a resolution of 1°C. It includes a pack of 100 glass melting point tubes closed at one end. The device features a platinum resistance temperature sensor, LED display, and a block design that allows easy cleaning and maintenance. Items being procured: - Melting Point Apparatus (1 Nos) - Pack of 100 melting point tubes closed at one end The technical scope includes delivery within three months after contract signing to ARDIC, HIT Taxila. The apparatus must meet detailed technical specifications including temperature accuracy, observation system, and electrical supply requirements. Eligibility criteria require firms to be registered with HIT, possess NTN certificates, and not be blacklisted or defaulters. Firms must submit audited financial reports for the last three years, bank statements, CNIC copies, and other relevant documents. The bid validity period is 180 days, extendable by 90 days. The submission address is Gate No 05, Heavy Industries Taxila, with bids to be dropped in the designated tender box before the deadline. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure all mandatory documents, including the postal order of Rs 2000/- and bid security, are attached and that the technical proposal does not disclose the bid security amount to avoid disqualification. Strict adherence to the technical specifications and timely submission will enhance the chances of successful bidding.