Repair and Maintenance of NICL Land Rover Model 2005 in Karachi

This tender invites bids for the repair and maintenance of a National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) pool vehicle, a Land Rover Model 2005, located in Karachi. The procurement is managed by NICL, Islamabad Capital Territory, under the Vehicles & Auto Parts category. The scope covers comprehensive restoration to a fully roadworthy condition including electrical wiring, air conditioning, suspension, engine head overhauling, battery replacement, speedometer replacement, body denting and painting, self-starter repair, headlights and indicators installation, wheel servicing, brake pads and shoes replacement, tool supply, seat restoration, and horn installation. The work requires genuine OEM parts and adherence to manufacturer specifications. The vehicle is to be inspected and repaired at NICL's Karachi location, with a 30-day delivery schedule post contract award. The vendor must ensure quality workmanship with a six-month or 10,000 KM warranty on repairs. The tender forbids joint ventures and mandates submission through the EPADS v2.0 online portal only, with bid security in the form of a pay order. The contract includes a 0.35 paisa per 100 rupees stamp duty borne by the service provider. Bidders should be registered workshops in Karachi with at least three years of experience and proven track record of similar work. Compliance with PEC categories and FBR active taxpayer status is essential. The financial year 2025-26 funds this procurement. Bidders must submit bids by the deadline and ensure all documentation is complete to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline is set for April 7, 2026, at 10:30 AM, with bid opening at 11:00 AM on the same day via EPADS. Physical bid security must be delivered to NICL's Islamabad office. The contract signing and performance guarantee requirements are detailed in the bidding documents. The physical address for coordination and delivery is NICL Building, Abbasi Shaheed Road, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Inspect the vehicle in person before bidding to fully understand the repair scope and avoid underestimating costs. Also, carefully review the stamp duty obligations in the service agreement to ensure compliance and avoid penalties.