Heavy Industries Taxila, Supply Chain Management Directorate invites bids for procurement of spares required for repair and maintenance of machinery in Taxila Cantt, Punjab. This tender covers supply of critical components such as thrust bearings and rotary encoders for vertical lathe and milling machines, essential for maintaining operational efficiency of heavy machinery. The scope includes delivery within 45 days after contract signing, with strict adherence to technical specifications and quality standards. Bidders must ensure compliance with OEM standards and provide all necessary certifications. The procurement process follows PPRA and Ministry of Defence Production rules, emphasizing transparency and technical scrutiny. Bidders should be registered with HIT and possess valid NTN and Sales Tax certificates. PEC registration and active taxpayer status for fiscal year 2025-26 are mandatory. Firms must submit audited financial reports for the last three years and demonstrate past performance and technical capability as per evaluation criteria. Submission deadline is 26 March 2026 at 10:30 AM, with bid opening at 11:00 AM on the same day at the Supply Chain Management Directorate, Heavy Industries Taxila, Gate No. 5. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes with separate technical and financial proposals, accompanied by bid security in the form of CDR, BD, or PO. Pro-Tip: Ensure inclusion of the Rs 2000 postal order with the technical bid and verify the exact stamp duty payment as per the Stamp Duty Act 1899 to avoid disqualification. Also, confirm the OEM authorization and agency agreements are current and properly attested to meet eligibility requirements.