Supply of 3 Knee Type Horizontal Conventional Milling Machines for Pakistan Ordnance Factories Wah Cantt

Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) Wah Cantt invites sealed quotations for the supply of 3 Knee Type Horizontal Conventional Milling Machines specifically designed for manufacturing components of Primer M-82. The tender reference number is 5167-135-FP-CAPT-SJL with a submission deadline of 24-09-2026 at 11:30 AM, and the tender opening at 12:00 PM on the same day at Room No. 01, Bid Center near Rabta Hall, POF Wah Cantt. Items being procured: - 03 Knee Type Horizontal Conventional Milling Machines These machines are required for machining small components of various shapes and sizes with high efficiency and accuracy, suitable for non-ferrous metals like aluminum alloys, brass, and ferrous materials including carbon and alloy steels. The machines must have a clamping area of 140 x 400 mm, a maximum permissible load of 500 kg or more on the table, and spindle speeds ranging from 2000 to 4000 rpm. Additional features include automatic lubrication, coolant supply, built-in voltage stabilization, and safety accessories. Each machine must be supplied with tooling sufficient for two years of production, including jigs, fixtures, and measuring instruments. The supplier must provide backup support for spares for 15 years and offer training for 8 personnel over 3 weeks covering machine operation, maintenance, and inspection. Pre-shipment inspection and final acceptance tests will be conducted at the supplier's premises and POF respectively. Payment will be made through Letter of Credit with 70% on dispatch and 30% after successful installation and acceptance. Eligibility criteria include registration with sales tax and income tax departments, active tax payer status on FBR ATL, NTN & PTC certificates, and submission of bid security and tender fee as specified. Performance bond of 10% FOB value is required from foreign suppliers. Delivery is expected within 6 months after LC establishment on C&F basis. Bidders are advised to carefully follow the submission instructions, ensure timely delivery, and provide all required documentation including warranty certificates. The tender offers a significant opportunity for qualified suppliers to engage with a premier defense manufacturing entity in Wah Cantt. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your technical and commercial offers are submitted in separate sealed envelopes clearly marked as per instructions to avoid disqualification. Also, prepare for the pre-shipment inspection by having all technical literature and tooling details ready in English as required.