Procurement of SS Round and Springs (28 Items) for Pakistan Railways

The Chief Controller of Purchase at Pakistan Railways Headquarters Office, Lahore, invites sealed bids through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 for the procurement of stainless steel (SS) round and spring items totaling 28 distinct items. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and aims to supply high-quality SS springs and alloy steel components conforming to JIS G 4801 SUP9 specifications. Items being procured include: - S.S Rd; 1.13/16" (SUP-9) 73500 Kg - S.S Flat 7,1/2 x0.518"x6'-9" (SUP-9) 10418 Kg - S.S Flat 7"x0.343"x7'-0" (SUP-9) 10224 Kg - S.S Flat 4"x5/8" (SUP-9) 202092 Kg - S.S Round 1.19/64" (SUP-9) 345744 Kg - S.S Round 1.9/64" (SUP-9) 55080 Kg - S.S Round Dia 40x300mm (Length) 30000 Kg - S.S Round Dia 40x224mm (Length) 30000 Kg - Alloy Steel Flat 165x15mm 3500 Kg - Alloy Steel Flat 130x16mm 4128 Kg - Alloy Steel Flat 140x26mm 78000 Kg - Alloy Steel Flat 63x16mm 54000 Kg - Alloy Steel Round 40mm 60000 Kg - Alloy Steel Round 63mm (CR-20) 10178 Kg - Alloy Steel Round 63mm (CR-20) 3840 Kg - Alloy Steel Flat 100x10mm 15500 Kg - Alloy Steel Flat 90x40mm 18000 Kg - Alloy Steel Flat 75x16mm 14400 Kg - M.S Pipe 2" Dia Base 19308 Kg - M.S Round 2,1/2" CL-II 142344 Kg - M.S Round 1,1/4" CL-II 184908 Kg - M.S Round 1,5/8" CL-II 15000 Kg - M.S Round 1,3/4" CL-II 12594 Kg - M.S Flat 1,3/4" CL-IV 164004 Kg - M.S Flat 7"x5/8" CL-II 45108 Kg - M.S Flat 4"x1/2" CL-II 86052 Kg - M.S Flat 6"x1" CL-II 48000 Kg - M.S Round 1.25/64" CL-IV 90000 Kg The technical scope requires compliance with SUP9/JIS G 4801 chemical and mechanical specifications, including tensile strength, hardness, and cleanliness standards. Delivery is scheduled within 60 to 120 days to Pakistan Railways stores at Mughalpura, Lahore or Reti Line, Karachi. Eligibility criteria specify that only manufacturers with at least 15 years of continuous production experience of alloy/spring steel are eligible. Bidders must be registered with FBR, on the Active Taxpayer List, and provide bid security as per the bidding documents. The tender will be evaluated on a Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) basis, and bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0 by 22 September 2026 at 10:30 AM. Manual bids will not be accepted. Bidders are advised to carefully review the technical specifications and ensure full compliance. The bid security must be submitted physically to the Pakistan Railways Headquarters Office, Empress Road, Lahore before the deadline. The bid opening will be conducted online on the same day at 11:00 AM. A practical tip for bidders: Register early on EPADS v2.0 and ensure all required documents, including manufacturer authorization and compliance certificates, are complete to avoid disqualification. Bidders should also verify the warranty and delivery commitments as per the tender conditions. This procurement offers a significant opportunity for qualified manufacturers to supply critical components to Pakistan Railways, supporting the maintenance and operational efficiency of the national rail network.