Purchase of CRMS/Standards, Chemicals, Glassware & Stationary and International Proficiency Testing Diesel Sample (PT Sample)

The Hydrocarbon Development Institute of Pakistan is inviting bids for the procurement of various goods planned for the financial year 2026-27. This tender is specifically issued by the Hydrocarbon Development Institute of Pakistan located in Karachi, Sindh. The procurement includes a detailed list of items as follows: - CRMS/Standards - Chemicals - Glassware - Stationary - International Proficiency Testing Diesel Sample (PT Sample) The procurement scope covers supply of these specialized materials and consumables essential for laboratory and testing purposes. The items include chemicals and glassware which require compliance with quality standards and specifications as detailed in the bidding documents. The procurement will be conducted through a single stage-one envelope procedure using the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique in accordance with Public Procurement Rules 2004 and related regulations. Eligible bidders must ensure they provide bid security as per the bidding document requirements, which can be in the form of Pay Order, Banker’s Cheque, Bank Guarantee, or Demand Draft. All bids must be submitted electronically via the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) version 2.0. Manual submissions will not be accepted. Bidders are required to be registered on EPADS v2.0 to participate. The key submission deadline is Monday, August 3, 2026, by 11:00 AM, with bid opening scheduled for 11:30 AM the same day. Interested suppliers should review the detailed terms, conditions, and specifications available on the EPADS portal. It is advisable to carefully prepare the technical and financial bids in compliance with the instructions to avoid disqualification. A practical tip for bidders is to complete their EPADS registration well in advance and thoroughly review the bidding documents to ensure all required documents, including bid security and declarations, are correctly submitted electronically before the deadline. This will help avoid last-minute technical issues and ensure eligibility for evaluation.