Procurement, Supply and Placement of Steel Cash Cages at Dudyal Branch Mirpur AJK

This tender invites bids for the procurement, supply, and placement of steel cash cages at the Dudyal Branch (0444) under Regional Office Mirpur, Azad Jammu & Kashmir. The National Bank of Pakistan requires these cash cages to be fabricated and installed as per approved SBP and NBP standards, ensuring security and durability for cash handling operations in Mirpur. The scope includes supply and fixing of steel cash cages with dimensions 6ft height, 4ft width, and 1.5ft depth. The cages must have three horizontal shelves, a triple locking system, and be fabricated from 2"x2" angle iron with 6mm thickness and 12mm diameter polished MS rods. Doors should be powder coated with enamel hammer finish paint, and the entire structure must comply with the highest engineering standards. Installation, testing, and commissioning at the Dudyal branch are part of the contract. Bidders must be registered with the FBR and on the Active Taxpayer List. They should provide proof of similar contracts involving iron cash cages as per SBP and NBP standards and maintain an office in any city of Pakistan for after-sales service. Bid security of PKR 130,000 is required, and bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS. The contract includes a warranty period of twelve months from acceptance, with a five-day defect correction period. The PEC category and FBR/ATL status are critical for eligibility. Bidders should ensure compliance with all tax and regulatory requirements for the fiscal year 2026. The submission deadline is strictly on April 23, 2026, at 11:30 AM, with bid opening at 12:00 noon on the same day at the National Bank of Pakistan Regional Headquarters, Lahore. Pro-Tip: Ensure the original bid security instrument is submitted physically before the deadline, as electronic bids without this will not be opened. Also, carefully review the technical specifications and provide all required documents including manufacturer authorization and proof of office setup to avoid disqualification.