Procurement of Two Rubber Removal Machines for Logistics Center South Karachi

This tender invites bids for the procurement of two rubber removal machines at the Logistics Center South in Karachi under the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA). The project involves supplying specialized machinery designed to efficiently remove rubber deposits from airport runways, ensuring operational safety and compliance with aviation standards. The machines will be delivered F.O.R. at the Logistics Center South, Karachi, with a delivery period extended to 300 days from contract signing. The technical scope requires bidders to provide equipment that meets stringent performance criteria suitable for the harsh operational environment of Karachi's airport facilities. The machines must be robust, reliable, and capable of handling continuous use with minimal downtime. Karachi's coastal climate and heavy runway traffic pose engineering challenges that bidders must address through quality materials and proven technology. Bidders should ensure they hold a valid PEC Category relevant to machinery supply and maintain full FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL) status for the fiscal year 2025-26. Compliance with GST and NTN registration is mandatory. The bid security amount is fixed at PKR 15,700,000, payable via Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) or bank guarantee. Technical and financial bids must be submitted separately, with original bid security attached to the technical proposal. The submission deadline is set for 30th January 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening immediately following at 11:30 AM. Bids must be submitted electronically through the PPRA EPADS portal and physically in sealed envelopes at the Logistics Center South, JIAP Karachi. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 4th December 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same address. Pro-Tip: Ensure to verify the updated bid security requirements and submission dates as per the latest corrigendum. Missing the exact stamp duty or failing to submit the original bid security with the technical bid can lead to disqualification. Early submission is advised to avoid last-minute technical issues on the EPADS portal.