Supply of Extended Duration Breathing Apparatus and Fire Suits at SBP Banking Services Corporation Field Offices

The SBP Banking Services Corporation (SBP BSC) invites electronic bids (e-Bids) from eligible bidders for the procurement of essential safety and protective equipment for its field offices. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and aims to enhance the safety measures at SBP BSC offices across Pakistan, specifically in Karachi. Items being procured: - Extended Duration Breathing Apparatus (EDBA) / Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) - Fire Suits These items are critical for ensuring the safety of personnel in emergency situations, particularly in fire and hazardous environments. The procurement will be conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS v2.0), where bidders must be registered to participate. The bidding process will follow the Single Stage-Two Envelope method using Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) in accordance with the Public Procurement Rules 2004 and related regulations. Bidders must provide a bid security in the form of a Pay Order, Banker's Cheque, or Bank Guarantee as specified in the bidding documents. The bid closing and opening dates are as follows: - For Extended Duration Breathing Apparatus (Ref No: P112861): Closing on Monday, November 2, 2026, at 11:00 AM; Opening at 11:30 AM the same day. - For Fire Suits (Ref No: P121657): Closing on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM; Opening at 11:30 AM the same day. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0 before the specified deadlines. Manual bids will not be accepted. Vendors not yet registered on the new EPADS version may register at https://vendors.epads.gov.pk/. A tutorial for registration is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNW6T38v7tc. Interested bidders should carefully review the detailed terms, conditions, and specifications available on the EPADS portal. Ensuring timely registration and submission of bids is crucial to avoid disqualification. This procurement offers a valuable opportunity for suppliers specializing in safety equipment to engage with a prestigious government corporation and contribute to enhancing workplace safety.