Supply of 3 Inch by 20 Feet Hose Pipes at PSO Central Store Karachi

Pakistan State Oil Company Limited (PSO) Karachi is procuring 3 inch diameter by 20 feet long hose pipes for use at its Central Store in Keamari. The procurement involves supply of helical steel wire reinforced NBR rubber hoses designed specifically for petroleum product handling at retail outlets. The hoses must meet strict technical specifications including seamless extruded high quality NBR inner tube with abrasion and chemical resistance, braided yarn layer with helical wire spring for anti-collapse, and a high quality synthetic rubber outer layer resistant to petroleum products and climate conditions. Each hose length should be 20 feet plus up to 6 inches, weigh between 22 to 24 kilograms, have a corrugated surface, and withstand test pressure of 10 bars. The hoses must be black in color with brand name, manufacturing date, and alphanumeric serial numbers screen printed on both ends and center. Green reflective strips must be present at regular intervals for visibility. Vendors are required to provide samples showing cross section reinforcement and third party test reports confirming material and pressure specifications. A one year maintenance free warranty is mandatory from the date of delivery at PSO stores. Delivery is scheduled within 120 days after issuance of the purchase order and may be in multiple lots with part payments allowed. Penalties apply for delayed deliveries at 0.1% per day up to 10% of order value. Eligible bidders should be registered with FBR and ATL, and must have relevant experience supplying industrial hoses or petroleum handling equipment. Earnest money of Rs. 100,000 is required. The technical bid should be prepared carefully with all required documents and samples. The submission deadline is 09 June 2026 by 2:15 PM at PSO Central Store Karachi. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure that all test certificates and sample markings strictly comply with the specifications to avoid disqualification during technical evaluation. Early submission is advised to accommodate any clarifications or sample inspections. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for suppliers specializing in industrial rubber hoses and petroleum product accessories to engage with a leading national oil company.