Procurement of Pressing Facility for Bulk Production at Heavy Industries Taxila

Heavy Industries Taxila (HIT) invites sealed bids for the procurement of a Pressing Facility for Bulk Production, specifically model APH 350, designed for high strength alloy closed double-structure pressing with high precision, stability, low noise, and low vibration. This procurement is managed by the Supply Chain Management Directorate at HIT Taxila Cantt, Punjab. Items being procured: - Pressing Facility Model: APH 350 for Bulk Production The technical scope includes delivery within 6 months after contract signing, with detailed technical specifications and performance parameters as per Appendix-I to Annexure A. Bidders must comply with stringent eligibility criteria including valid NTN certificates, registration with HIT, and submission of required documents such as audit reports, bank statements, CNIC of MD, and trade links with OEMs. Bid security in the form of CDR, Bank Draft, or Pay Order is mandatory, with specific percentages based on firm registration status. The bidding process follows the Single Stage Two Envelope method with separate technical and financial proposals. Bids must be submitted by 05 October 2026 at 1030 hours at Gate No 5, HIT Taxila, with technical bid opening at 1100 hours the same day. Eligibility requires firms not to be blacklisted or defaulters, with OEM certificates for warranty and origin. The contract includes provisions for advance payment bank guarantees, performance and warranty bank guarantees, and strict compliance with delivery schedules. Technical assistance and post-delivery support are mandatory. The tender emphasizes compliance with the Official Secret Act 1923 and includes clauses on penalties, liquidated damages, and dispute resolution through arbitration. Bidders are advised to carefully prepare their bids, ensuring all mandatory documents and declarations are included. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure early submission of queries and clarifications well before the bid opening date to avoid disqualification. Contact details for queries are provided for UASF and Supply Chain Management Directorate at HIT Taxila.