Supply, Installation and Commissioning of CNC Gantry Milling Machine

Pakistan Railways, through its Director Procurement at Carriage Factory Islamabad, is procuring a CNC Gantry Milling Machine for machining railway bogies of diesel electric locomotives, carriages, and wagons. This tender covers supply, installation, commissioning, and optional civil foundation works in Islamabad. The machine must meet stringent technical specifications including machining accuracy of ±0.01mm, heavy-duty operation capability, and a minimum service life of 30 years. It should be equipped with a reliable CNC system with service support in Pakistan, automatic lubrication, hydraulic and safety systems, and a tool magazine with 40 pockets. The scope includes chip conveyors, electrical equipment, and after-sales service with a 36-month warranty post commissioning. Bidders must be OEMs or authorized representatives with at least 15 years manufacturing experience and proven supply record of similar machines. The tender requires submission of detailed technical documentation, performance certificates from end users, and compliance with international standards. The bid submission deadline is **2026-07-21 23:59:59** via EPADS, with bid security in the form of an irrevocable bank guarantee of US$42,820. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for **2026-07-01 10:00:00** at the Pakistan Railways Procurement Office in Islamabad. Bidders should ensure complete and compliant technical and financial bids, including warranty bonds and performance securities. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully review the detailed technical specifications and evaluation criteria, especially the requirement for OEM authorization and service support in Pakistan, to avoid disqualification. Submission must be through EPADS with physical bid security delivered to the tender box at the Procurement Office before closing. This is a turnkey project with a 15% quantity variation allowed and payment through letter of credit. The tender emphasizes strict adherence to the bidding documents and timely delivery within 12 months of contract effectiveness.