Supply of Safety Shoes

The Pakistan Security Printing Corporation (Pvt.) Ltd (Procurement Department) in Karachi is procuring safety shoes for its employees working in various operational areas including manufacturing, printing, engineering, maintenance, utilities, warehouse operations, material handling, electroplating, and facility management. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and follows a National Single Stage-One Envelope procurement method with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS). Items being procured: - Safety Shoes (10,000 pairs) - Bid Sample (1 pair, size EU 43) - Warranty period: 12 months The safety shoes must comply with international standards such as EN ISO 20345:2011 or equivalent, providing protection features including steel or composite toe caps, anti-static properties, energy absorbing heels, closed heel design, slip resistant and oil/fuel resistant outsoles, water resistant uppers, and penetration resistant midsoles. The upper material should be premium quality genuine leather or industrial-grade microfiber synthetic leather. The outsole must be durable, abrasion resistant, and suitable for heavy industrial use. The shoes should be ergonomically designed for prolonged use up to twelve hours, with adequate cushioning, arch support, and moisture-wicking inner lining. The supplier must provide a full range of sizes (EU 38-47) and ensure the shoes are brand new with manufacturing date not older than 12 months. Eligibility requires submission of one sample pair (EU 43) for technical evaluation. Bidders must be registered with FBR and comply with all legal and technical requirements. The bid security must be submitted in the form of Pay Order or Bank Guarantee. Bids must be submitted online via EPADS v2.0 by August 21, 2026, 11:00 AM, with bid opening on the same day at 11:30 AM. Manual submissions are not accepted. The contract includes a warranty of 12 months against manufacturing defects. The supplier must provide all required documentation including technical data sheets, certificates of conformity, and compliance statements. The delivery location is Pakistan Security Printing Corporation, Jinnah Avenue Malir Halt Karachi. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and submit all required documents and sample pairs well before the deadline to avoid disqualification. Pay close attention to the technical specifications and warranty conditions to meet PSPC's stringent quality requirements. This procurement offers a significant opportunity for suppliers specializing in industrial safety footwear to supply high-quality products to a reputable government corporation in Karachi.