Re-Filling and Repairing of Fire-Extinguishers at State Life Buildings Karachi

The State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan (SLIC), Real Estate Division, Karachi, is procuring services for the re-filling and repairing of fire-extinguishers installed across multiple State Life Buildings numbered 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 11, and 12 in Karachi. This procurement covers a comprehensive scope including recharging of DCP, CO2, AFFF foam, and water type fire extinguishers of various capacities, as well as replacement and repair of related components such as horns, hose pipes, spindles, lock pins, meters, valves, and shells. The work is to be performed at the specified State Life buildings with a contract period of one year. Eligible bidders must be registered with FBR, hold valid NTN, SRB, and GST certificates, and submit an affidavit declaring no blacklisting or litigation with State Life or government entities. Firms with a history of unsatisfactory service at State Life within the last 10 years are disqualified. The evaluation will be based on technical competence, financial strength, relevant experience, and certifications such as NFPA membership and ISO 9001. A bid security of PKR 70,000 in the form of a pay order is mandatory. The tender follows the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method under the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0 by Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 11:30 AM the same day. Manual submissions are not accepted. The contract requires a performance guarantee of 10% of the contract price. Payment will be made after satisfactory completion of services and submission of invoices. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration and familiarization with the EPADS v2.0 system to avoid disqualification due to submission errors. Also, carefully prepare the technical bid to meet all mandatory requirements and provide complete documentation to avoid rejection. Attention to detail in the bid security and adherence to deadlines is crucial for successful participation in this tender.