This tender invites bids from qualified suppliers and firms in Karachi for the repair, replacement, and installation of new oxygen pipelines in the emergency department's female and male wards at Dr. Ruth K.M. Pfau Civil Hospital. Additionally, it covers repair and replacement of orthopedic drill machines, saw machines, air compressors, dental units, autoclave machines, and parts of the R.O. plant at the hospital's orthopedic department. The scope includes technical maintenance and annual service contracts for the financial year 2025-26, ensuring critical medical equipment and infrastructure remain fully operational in this major healthcare facility in Karachi. The work involves handling sensitive medical gas pipelines and precision medical devices, requiring skilled technicians familiar with hospital standards. The site is located at Baba-e-Urdu Road, Karachi, where the hospital operates. Contractors must consider the engineering challenges of working within an active hospital environment, ensuring minimal disruption to patient care and strict adherence to safety protocols. The tender documents specify a 2% bid security and a Rs. 3,000 bidding document cost, with a 5% performance security required upon award. Bidders should be registered on the Active Taxpayers List of FBR/SRB and comply with the Sindh Public Procurement Rules 2010. The tender follows a single-stage, one-envelope procedure. It is advisable to have a valid PEC category relevant to medical equipment services and ensure all tax certificates, including GST and Sindh Sales Tax, are up to date for the fiscal year 2025-26. Firms must provide affidavits confirming no blacklisting and submit technical staff qualifications. The bid validity is 90 days, and prices must be quoted in Pakistani Rupees. The submission deadline is on 6th February 2026, with bids to be submitted electronically via the EPADS portal by 11:00 AM. The technical bids will be opened the same day at 12:00 noon in the Committee Room, 2nd Floor, Admin Block, Baba-e-Urdu Road, Civil Hospital Karachi. Interested bidders must register on the EPADS system and follow all instructions carefully to avoid disqualification. Pro-Tip: Make sure to check the detailed bidding documents for the exact format of the bid security and performance guarantee, as well as the specific stamp duty requirements. Missing these details often leads to bid rejection. Also, verify your EPADS registration well in advance to avoid last-minute submission issues.