Tender for Supply of Mining Timber at PMDC Collieries, Sor-Range

The Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation (PMDC) invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for the procurement of goods under the fiscal year 2026-27. This tender concerns the supply of mining timber at PMDC Collieries, Sor-Range, Islamabad. The procurement is planned with funds reserved specifically for this purpose. Items being procured: - Mining Timber for PMDC Collieries, Sor-Range Bidders must submit their bids through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 portal. The bidding process will follow the Single Stage-One Envelope method with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique, in accordance with the Public Procurement Rules, 2004, and related regulations and guidelines issued by the authority. All bids must be accompanied by a Bid Security as described in the bidding documents, which can be in the form of Pay Order, Banker's Cheque, Call at Deposit, or Demand Draft. Alternatively, bids may be accompanied by a bid securing declaration as per the specified format. The e-bidding documents, including detailed terms, conditions, specifications, and requirements, are available online at https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procurements/128401. Bidders are required to register on EPADS v2.0 to participate. The deadline for bid submission is Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 03:00 PM. Manual submission of bids will not be entertained. Bids will be opened on the same day at 03:30 PM. Interested bidders should ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and carefully follow the instructions to avoid disqualification. The Grievance Redressal Committee (GRC) is notified for this procurement, and notification copies are available on the procuring agency's website and the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) website. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your bid security is prepared exactly as per the bidding document requirements and uploaded correctly on EPADS to avoid rejection. Early registration on EPADS and thorough review of the bidding documents will facilitate a smooth bidding process.