Procurement of VHF Radio Sets and Base Stations for Various PSO Locations

Pakistan State Oil Company Limited (PSO) invites quotations for the procurement of VHF Radio Sets (Walkie Talkies) and VHF DMR Radio Base Stations for multiple PSO locations including Keamari Terminal A (KTA), Keamari Terminal C (KTC), Zot (ZOT), Daulatpur Depot, Chakpirana Depot, and Mehmood Kot (JIMCO). This procurement is aimed at enhancing communication capabilities across these sites in Karachi and surrounding areas. Items being procured: - 10 Mobile station VHF Terminal Radio Sets at Keamari Terminal A (KTA) - 6 Mobile station VHF Terminal Radio Sets at Keamari Terminal C (KTC) - 12 Mobile station VHF Terminal Radio Sets at Zot (ZOT) - 4 Mobile station VHF Terminal Radio Sets at Daulatpur Depot - 8 Mobile station VHF Terminal Radio Sets at Chakpirana Depot - 7 Mobile station VHF Terminal Radio Sets at Mehmood Kot (JIMCO) - 1 Base Station VHF DMR Radio Base Station at Keamari Terminal A (KTA) with accessories - 1 Base Station VHF DMR Radio Base Station at Keamari Terminal C (KTC) with accessories - 1 Base Station VHF DMR Radio Base Station at Daulatpur Depot with accessories The technical specifications require equipment designed for intrinsically safe operation, compliance with IP68 ingress protection, PTA approval, UL and TIA certification for hazardous locations, and compatibility with existing analogue equipment. Radios must support DMR Tier II and Tier III standards, have Bluetooth 5.x, WiFi, GNSS, AES 256 encryption, and a minimum of 1000 channels. Base stations require IP54 protection, integrated GNSS, Bluetooth, WiFi, and AES 256 encryption. Warranty of at least one year with extended warranty preferred is mandatory. Suppliers must have customer support centers in major Pakistani cities for 24/7 maintenance. Bidders must submit authorized dealership certificates or manufacturer authorization letters with technical bids. Delivery is required within 240 days of purchase order issuance, with a maximum one-month mobilization period. Penalties for delayed delivery apply at 0.1% per day up to 10% of order value. Physical demonstrations will be arranged during technical review. Training for PSO staff will be provided in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad during the warranty period. This tender is a valuable opportunity for suppliers with proven experience in similar supplies to engage with a leading national oil company. Bidders should carefully review all technical and commercial terms, ensure compliance with PTA licensing requirements, and prepare complete bids including mill test reports and factory test reports. The submission deadline is **25 September 2026**. Bids should be submitted to the PSO Procurement & Services Department at PSO House, Khayaban-e-Iqbal, Clifton, Karachi. It is advisable to confirm delivery addresses for VHF sets and base stations prior to quotation. Suppliers should also plan for timely coordination of equipment demonstrations and training sessions to meet PSO's operational requirements. A practical tip for bidders: ensure your offered equipment fully meets the detailed technical standards and provide comprehensive documentation to avoid disqualification during technical evaluation. Early engagement with PSO officers for clarifications and site visits can improve bid quality and responsiveness.