Purchase of Fire Extinguishers, Waste Disposal Incinerator, and First Aid Kits for National Institute of Public Administration Islamabad

The National Institute of Public Administration (NIPA), Islamabad, is procuring essential safety and medical goods including fire extinguishers, a small waste disposal incinerator, and first aid kits for its premises located at Park Road, Chak Shehzad, Islamabad Capital Territory. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2025-26 and aims to enhance safety and emergency response capabilities at the institute. The technical scope includes supply of Halotron fire extinguishers (12 kg) and trolley-mounted 25 kg dry powder extinguishers, a locally manufactured or imported small-scale incinerator with a capacity of 100 kg/hour featuring double chambers and safety controls, and comprehensive first aid kits equipped with digital blood pressure monitors, thermometers, pulse oximeters, glucometers, and other essential medical supplies. Installation and related services for fire extinguishers and incinerators are also part of the contract. Eligible bidders must have a local office in Islamabad/Rawalpindi, valid FBR registration, and at least five years of experience supplying similar goods to government or multinational organizations. A PEC category is not specified but bidders must provide evidence of proven track record and financial capacity. Bid security of approximately 5% of the estimated cost in the form of a Pay Order is mandatory. The procurement will follow Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) criteria. The bid submission deadline is Monday, May 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM via the EPADS v2.0 online system. Original bid security must be submitted physically at the institute's address before the deadline. Bidders are advised to register on EPADS v2.0 well in advance and ensure compliance with all documentation requirements including technical and financial bids. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully prepare the technical bid with all required certifications, warranty details, and compliance documents as per the bidding documents to avoid disqualification. Timely submission of original bid security and registration on EPADS are critical to participate in this tender.