Supply of Blasting Powder and Safety Fuses to PMDC Salt Mining Projects

The Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation (PMDC) invites sealed bids for the supply of blasting powder and safety fuses to all PMDC salt mining projects for the fiscal year 2026-27. This procurement is referenced under Tender No P113302 and is aimed at supporting the salt mining operations across PMDC sites. Items being procured: - Blasting Powder - Safety Fuses The procurement will follow the Single Stage-One Envelope procedure with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique in accordance with the Public Procurement Rules, 2004 and related regulatory guidelines. All bids must be accompanied by a Bid Security in the form of Pay Order, Banker's Cheque, Call at Deposit, or Demand Draft as specified in the bidding documents. Bidders must register on the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 portal at https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procurements/113302 and submit their bids electronically through EPADS v2.0 by Thursday, September 24, 2026. Manual submissions will not be entertained. E-bids will be opened on the same day at 11:00 AM, with the opening process starting at 11:30 AM. Eligibility criteria include registration on the FBR Active Taxpayers List (ATL) and compliance with all bidding document requirements. The grievance redressal committee is notified as per Rule 48 of the Public Procurement Rules, 2004, and related notifications are available on the PPRA website. Bidders are advised to carefully follow the registration and submission instructions on EPADS v2.0 to avoid disqualification. Early registration is recommended to resolve any technical issues before the closing date. This tender is a valuable opportunity for suppliers experienced in mining explosives and safety equipment to engage with a major government corporation in Islamabad.