Procurement of Random Orbital Sander for Pakistan Railways Carriage Factory Islamabad

The Pakistan Railways Carriage Factory Islamabad is procuring a Random Orbital Sander for the fiscal year 2026-27. This procurement is specifically managed by the Pakistan Railways Carriage Factory located in Islamabad Capital Territory. The scope involves the supply of the Random Orbital Sander, a specialized electrical tool used for surface finishing and sanding tasks within the carriage factory operations. Bidders must submit sealed bids through the Electronic Procurement and Disposal System (EPADS) version 2.0, adhering to the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. The procurement follows the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique, ensuring transparency and competitiveness. All bids must be accompanied by a bid security in the form of Pay Order, Banker’s Cheque, Call Deposit, Bank Guarantee, or Demand Draft as specified in the bidding documents. Eligible bidders should be registered on EPADS v2.0 and comply with all regulatory requirements including valid FBR registration and relevant PEC categories if applicable. Experience in supplying similar electrical equipment to government or large industrial entities will be advantageous. The tender was published on 1st July 2026, with the closing date set for 16th July 2026 at 12:00 PM for submission and 12:30 PM for bid opening. Bidders are advised to carefully prepare their technical and financial bids, ensuring all documentation including earnest money and bid securing declarations are complete and submitted electronically via EPADS. A practical tip for bidders is to register early on the EPADS portal and review the tutorial available online to avoid last-minute technical issues. Ensuring compliance with bid security requirements and timely submission will enhance the chances of successful participation in this procurement.