Procurement of Various Oils for Fire Tenders and Allied Vehicles of Fire Brigade Department, Karachi

This tender invites bids from qualified firms for the procurement of various oils required for fire tenders and allied vehicles of the Fire Brigade Department in Karachi. Issued by the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation's Finance & Accounts Department, Contract Management Wing, this procurement falls under the Fuel & Gas Cylinders category and is crucial for maintaining operational readiness of emergency response vehicles in Karachi. The scope includes supply of specific oils such as Rimula C-50, Rimula X, and Rimula R2, to be delivered to the Chief Fire Officer's office located near KMC Workshop on Nishter Road. The contract duration is one month, demanding timely and quality delivery to ensure uninterrupted service of fire tenders. The procurement process follows the Single Stage – One Envelope procedure via the Sindh EPADS portal, emphasizing transparency and compliance. Bidders must hold valid NTN, Sales Tax or SRB registration, and meet eligibility criteria including a minimum of three years relevant experience, satisfactory past performance with KMC, and an average annual turnover not less than the bid amount. Compliance with PEC registration (where applicable) and inclusion in the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) for the last three years is mandatory. Bid security of 5% of the estimated cost is required, along with a non-refundable bidding document fee of Rs. 2,500. The submission deadline is set for 3:00 p.m. on 16th February 2026, with bid opening at 3:30 p.m. on the same day at the Finance & Accounts Department, KMC Head Office, M.A. Jinnah Road, Karachi. Bidders must submit their bids online via EPADS and also provide original bidding document fees and bid security instruments physically by the deadline. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid documents are thoroughly checked for compliance with eligibility and bid security requirements. Missing or incomplete documentation is a common cause for disqualification. Also, verify the pay order details carefully and submit the original along with the online bid to avoid rejection.