Procurement of UAV-Based Navigational Aids Inspection System HQPAA/1992/375/XXLN

The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) invites sealed bids for the procurement of a UAV-Based Navigational Aids Inspection System under reference number P106282. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and will be conducted using the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) method through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0. The procurement includes the supply of the UAV-Based Navigational Aids Inspection System along with related services such as Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), training, testing, commissioning, technical support, hardware and software maintenance, provision of spare parts, and operational documentation. Items being procured: - UAV-Based Navigational Aids Inspection System (Quantity: 1) - Related services including factory training, technical support, hardware and software maintenance, operational documentation, provision of spare parts, tools and test equipment, and hardware/software modifications. The system must meet detailed technical specifications as outlined in the bidding documents, including operational endurance, wind capability, ingress protection, operational altitude, local calibration capability, extended warranty, and onsite training provisions. Bidders must be registered on EPADS v2.0 and submit bids electronically before the deadline. Original bid security must be submitted physically to the Logistics ANS Branch, Logistics Center South JIAP Karachi before the bid submission deadline. The bid opening will be conducted online on September 30, 2026, at 11:30 AM. Eligibility criteria include valid NTN and Active Taxpayer List status, no joint ventures allowed, and compliance with all technical and financial requirements. The contract will be awarded to the most advantageous bidder based on combined technical and financial evaluation. The successful bidder will be required to provide a performance guarantee of 10% of the contract price and sign a formal contract. The delivery period is 90 days from the date of contract signing or letter of intent. Bidders are advised to carefully review all bidding documents, comply with submission requirements, and ensure timely delivery of all required documents and bid securities. One practical tip for bidders is to register early on EPADS v2.0 and ensure all bid documents, including bid security, are submitted in the prescribed manner to avoid disqualification. This procurement is specific to Karachi, Sindh, under the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA). All bids must be submitted in English and comply with the Public Procurement Rules, 2004.