Supply of Electronic Air Gauges for PSO Retail Outlets at Central Store Kemari

Pakistan State Oil Company Limited (PSO) Karachi is procuring Electronic Air Gauges for its retail outlets at the Central Store Kemari. This procurement is critical for maintaining accurate inflation pressure measurement at PSO outlets, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Items being procured: - Electronic Air Gauge (Qty: 50 units) with specifications including AC 220-240 V, 50 Hz single phase operating voltage - High/Low Voltage Fluctuation Control and inbuilt surge protection - Operating temperature range from -5°C to +50°C - Minimum inflation pressure of 5 psi and maximum inflation pressure of 145 psi - Maximum inlet pressure of 200 psi - Accuracy of ±0.5 psi and resolution of 1 psi - 25 mm backlit LCD display for clear visibility day and night - Front panel buttons for pressure adjustment and equipment settings - At least 20 ft steel braided wire reinforcement hose rated at least 250 psi with clip-on connector - Degree of protection IP54 or above - Audible and visual signals at cycle end and auto start inflation - Weather and waterproof, chemical and impact resistant electrostatic powder coated aluminum casing - Features including automatic default back to safe pressure setting, automatic calibration error detection, and automatic error diagnosis The technical scope requires the supplier to provide equipment that meets PSO's stringent quality standards. The supplier must arrange for third-party inspection at the factory premises before shipment, following MIL standard 105 E, Level-III, AQL 1.0. The equipment will be inspected again upon delivery at the Central Store Kemari. Each unit must have a visible data plate with manufacturer details and a fixed asset number embossed permanently. Eligibility criteria include compliance with PSO's technical specifications, submission of a clause-by-clause technical compliance table, and provision of all necessary technical literature. The warranty covers 18 months from supply or 12 months after commissioning, whichever is earlier. The tender was published on **2026-07-29** and the submission deadline is **2026-08-13 14:15:00**. Bidders must submit their quotations by this date and time. The bid security amount is Rs. 50,000. A practical tip for bidders: ensure your technical compliance table is detailed and matches PSO's specifications exactly, as this is critical for evaluation. Also, prepare for the mandatory third-party inspection to avoid delays in acceptance and payment.