Supply Installation Testing Commissioning Maintenance and Overhauling of ARD Devices in Hyundai Lifts at State Life Buildings Rawalpindi and Islamabad

This tender is issued by the State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan, Real Estate Division, Islamabad, for the supply, installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance, and overhauling of Automatic Rescue Device (ARD) units in Hyundai make lifts installed at State Life Building No. 1 & 5 located in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. The procurement specifically covers ARD devices for passenger and cargo lifts of Hyundai brand, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and quality standards. Items being procured: - Automatic Rescue Device (ARD) Appolo (China) Model TPS-18KW (2 units at SLB 5 Islamabad, 1 unit at SLB 1 Rawalpindi) - Automatic Rescue Device (ARD) Appolo (China) Model TPS-20KW (1 unit at SLB 5 Islamabad) The scope includes delivery of all parts to site, installation, testing, commissioning, and subsequent maintenance and overhaul of the ARD devices. All replaced items must be submitted to the engineer's office except those with salvage value as specified. The devices must be Hyundai brand with proof of brand attached. The contractor is responsible for obtaining any required NOCs or permissions from authorities such as Cantonment Board or CDA before or during execution. Eligibility criteria require contractors to be registered with Income Tax and Sales Tax Departments, possess valid PEC registration in C-5 or above category with ME-03 specialization code, and have a minimum of 5 years relevant experience. Firms must hold an Authorized Distributor Certificate of any multinational or semi-multinational lift brand and be registered with e-PADS, FBR ATL, and GST lists. Financial turnover of at least Rs. 10 million in the last fiscal year is mandatory. The tender follows a single stage single envelope procurement method with electronic bid submission only via e-PADS portal. The bid security is Rs. 30,000 in the form of pay order or bank draft in favor of State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan. The contract duration is 45 days inclusive of holidays, with a defect liability period of 6 months. Liquidated damages of 0.25% per day apply for delays up to a maximum of 10% of contract price. Bidders are advised to visit the site and examine conditions before bidding. The technical evaluation includes company profile, maintenance projects handled, certifications, technical staff, financial position, and previous experience with State Life. Payment will be made through interim running bills with retention money of 5% released after defect liability period. The bid submission deadline is **18-08-2026 11:00 am**, with bid opening at 11:30 am the same day. Manual bids will not be accepted. The submission address is DGM/Incharge Real Estate Division, Basement, State Life Building No.5, China Chowk, Jinnah Avenue, Islamabad. Phone: 051-9203347. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure all mandatory documents including PEC registration, Authorized Distributor Certificate, and financial statements are complete and uploaded correctly on e-PADS to avoid disqualification. Early preparation of the construction schedule and compliance with technical specifications will strengthen your bid.