Procurement of Random Orbital Sander

The Pakistan Railways Carriage Factory Islamabad is inviting bids for the procurement of a Random Orbital Sander under the fund allocation for the fiscal year 2026-27. This procurement is part of the ongoing efforts by the Pakistan Railways Carriage Factory to enhance its workshop capabilities and maintain high standards in carriage manufacturing and repair. Items being procured: - Random Orbital Sander The procurement will be conducted through a Single Stage-Two Envelope procedure using the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique in accordance with the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Bidders must ensure their bids are accompanied by the required Bid Security in the form of Pay Order, Banker's Cheque, Call at Deposit, Bank Guarantee, or Demand Draft as specified in the bidding documents. The bidding documents, including detailed terms, conditions, and specifications, are available on the e-Procurement and Disposal System (EPADS) portal. Eligible bidders must be registered on EPADS v2.0 and comply with all regulatory requirements including FBR and ATL registration. Experience in supplying similar electrical tools or equipment to industrial or railway workshops will be advantageous. The technical scope involves supplying a high-quality Random Orbital Sander suitable for heavy-duty use in carriage manufacturing and maintenance. The deadline for bid submission is Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM, with bid opening scheduled for the same day at 12:30 PM via EPADS v2.0. Manual submissions will not be accepted. Interested bidders are advised to register promptly on the EPADS portal and review the tutorial available on YouTube to ensure compliance with the electronic bidding process. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully prepare the bid security documents as per the specified formats and ensure timely registration on EPADS to avoid disqualification. Early submission is recommended to address any technical issues with the online system before the deadline.