Replacement of Batteries for Battery Banks 2x2000KVA UPS System Installed at AFL Vault Rooms (East & West) at IIAP, Islamabad

The Islamabad International Airport under the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) in Islamabad Capital Territory invites sealed bids for the replacement of batteries for battery banks of the 2x2000KVA UPS system installed at AFL vault rooms (East & West) at IIAP, Islamabad. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and aims to ensure uninterrupted power backup for critical airport infrastructure. Items being procured: - VLRA GEL / AGM Battery, Quantity: 88 units The batteries must meet the technical specifications including 12 V DC nominal voltage, 97Ah rated capacity, high-rate power of at least 3000W per block, internal resistance not exceeding 5.2 mΩ, and a typical design life of 10-12 years. The batteries should be UL 94 compliant, from approved OEMs such as Exide Sprinter or equivalent, originating from Europe, USA, UK, Japan, Canada, or Vietnam, and must have certifications IEC 60896-21/22, CE/RoHS, and ISO 9001. Manufacturing date should not be older than 6 months at delivery, with a warranty period of 1 year. Bidders must be registered with FBR (NTN) and comply with eligibility criteria. The procurement will follow a National Single Stage-Two Envelope procedure using Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS). Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0 portal by **Tuesday, October 6, 2026 11:00 AM**. Original bid security in the form of Pay Order must be submitted physically to Islamabad International Airport - Pakistan Airports Authority before the deadline. Technical bids will be opened on the same day at 11:30 AM via EPADS. Interested bidders should register on EPADS v2.0 and may seek clarifications by **Monday, September 28, 2026** through the portal. The contract includes delivery to Islamabad International Airport with a delivery period of 90 days and a bid validity of 180 days. The Procuring Agency reserves the right to reject any or all bids. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your bid security Pay Order is submitted physically on time as failure to do so will lead to disqualification regardless of electronic bid submission. Also, carefully review the technical specifications and provide all required documentation to avoid rejection during preliminary examination. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for suppliers of high-quality UPS batteries to serve a critical infrastructure client in Islamabad, with transparent procedures and clear evaluation criteria.