Procurement and Repair Services for PMSA Ships Equipment and Systems

The Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA) Karachi is procuring a wide range of repair, maintenance, and supply services for its fleet of ships including PMSS NUSRAT, PMSS KASHMIR, PMSS BASOL, PMSS DASHT, PMSS BARKAT, PMSS HINGOL, PMSS REHMAT, PMSS KOLACHI, and PMSS INDUS. This comprehensive tender covers critical items such as marine spares, emergency generator overhauls, lighting system repairs, sea water cooling pumps, UPS systems, power supplies, gear box fabrication, resilient couplings, galley refurbishment, water tight hatch repairs, epoxy flooring and paint applications, pneumatic tubes, flood sensors, fire hoses, and various other shipboard equipment and systems. The technical scope includes replacement and servicing of OEM specified components like ISAT DOCK II marine handset and docking stations, Cummins emergency generator parts, fluorescent lighting systems, sea water pumps, LP compressors, air starter motors, chiller plant compressors, fire alarm panels, fuel tanks cleaning and painting, heat exchangers, and navigation equipment racks. The work involves onsite inspections, fabrication, installation, testing, and warranty support. All items and services must comply with OEM specifications and PMSA standards. Eligible bidders must be reputable local or international contractors registered with FBR and NTN/GST, with proven experience in marine and ship repair works. Firms should be on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) and capable of providing earnest money and security deposits as per tender conditions. The tender follows a single-stage, two-envelope bidding procedure requiring separate technical and commercial proposals. The submission deadline is strictly enforced, and bids must be delivered to the designated tender box at HQ PMSA Karachi. Key dates include issuance of work orders with varying execution periods from 3 days to 30 days depending on the item, with warranties ranging from 1 to 3 years. Bidders are advised to carefully review the detailed technical specifications and visit the ships for accurate assessment before quoting. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure complete compliance with the tender instructions, including earnest money submission and proper envelope marking, to avoid disqualification. Early site visits and thorough understanding of the scope will enhance bid responsiveness and success chances. This tender represents a significant opportunity for suppliers and contractors specializing in marine equipment, electrical and mechanical repairs, and ship maintenance services to engage with a key federal maritime agency. The procurement emphasizes quality, OEM compliance, and timely delivery to maintain operational readiness of PMSA vessels.