Procurement of Slag Removing Machine and Puma Compressor

Heavy Industries Taxila, Supply Chain Management Directorate, invites sealed bids from reputed firms possessing NTN certificates for the procurement of two major items: a Slag Removing Machine and a Puma Compressor. The procurement is based in Taxila Cantt, Punjab, Pakistan, and will be conducted under PPRA and Ministry of Defence Production rules. Items being procured: - Slag Removing Machine: Power Supply 220V Single Phase, Motor Power 3KW, Single Operator Portable with wheels, Cleaning Speed: Complete bed cleaning in 30 mins (Bed size: 2000x6000 & 1500x3000), Safety Features including overload protection, emergency stop, insulated handle & ON/OFF switch. - Puma Compressor: Reciprocating/Piston type, Brand PUMA Air Center, Power Rating 30HP, Working Pressure 12 Kg/cm2, Tank Capacity 500 Liters, Air Capacity approx 3000 L/Min, Air Cooled, V-Type Multi Cylinder, Belt Driven, Oil Lubricated, Horizontal Mounting, Wheel Mounted. The technical scope includes supply of brand new equipment conforming to latest specifications, with OEM certificates and quality assurance. Delivery period is within one month after signing the contract. The destination consignee is ASRF, HIT Taxila. Bidders must submit technical and financial proposals in separate sealed envelopes, including bid security in the form of CDR, Bank Draft or Pay Order. The bid security rates vary from 2% to 5% depending on firm registration status. Eligibility criteria require firms to be free from blacklisting, insolvency, or legal proceedings, and to provide NTN and Sales Tax registration. Firms must submit audited financial reports for the last three financial years, bank statements, CNIC copies, and other relevant documents. The bid validity period is 180 days extendable by 90 days. Key dates include bid submission by 11 August 2026 at 10:30 hours and bid opening at 11:00 hours the same day. Bids must be delivered to Gate No. 5, Heavy Industries Taxila, Taxila Cantt. Postal order of Rs 2000/- must be enclosed with the technical bid. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure all mandatory documents including bid security, postal order, and signed declarations are complete and attached as per checklist to avoid disqualification. Also, strictly adhere to the bid submission deadline as late bids will not be entertained. This tender offers a significant opportunity for suppliers experienced in heavy industrial machinery and compressors to engage with a premier defense production facility in Pakistan. Compliance with all technical and administrative requirements is essential for successful participation.