Supply of Steel Plates and Related Items for Locomotive Rehabilitation

Pakistan Railways Locomotive Rehabilitation Directorate, Moghalpura Lahore, invites sealed bids through e-pads from OEM and eligible contractors registered with Income Tax & Sales Tax Department and CCP Office, Pakistan Railways. The procurement is for the supply of undernoted items/materials essential for locomotive rehabilitation works in Lahore. Items being procured: - Steel Plate (Top Plate) Size 30"x18"x32 mm, Specification B50E124A / ASTM572-GRD50 or Equivalent Specifications, Quantity 108 Nos. (firms must provide 02 samples with technical bid otherwise the offer will be rejected) - Steel Plate (Bottom Plate) Size 30"x18"x32 mm, Specification B50E124A / ASTM572-GRD50 or Equivalent Specifications, Quantity 108 Nos. - Steel Plate (Side Plate) Size 30"x18"x32 mm, Specification B50E124A / ASTM572-GRD50 or Equivalent Specifications, Quantity 108 Nos. - Steel Plate (Front Plate) Size 30"x18"x32 mm, Specification B50E124A / ASTM572-GRD50 or Equivalent Specifications, Quantity 108 Nos. - Steel Plate (Rear Plate) Size 30"x18"x32 mm, Specification B50E124A / ASTM572-GRD50 or Equivalent Specifications, Quantity 108 Nos. The technical scope includes supply of high-grade steel plates conforming to specified ASTM standards suitable for locomotive rehabilitation. The materials will be used at the Moghalpura workshop site in Lahore. The scale of supply is significant, requiring strict adherence to quality and timely delivery. Eligibility criteria require firms to be OEM or registered contractors with valid Income Tax and Sales Tax registration, along with CCP Office registration. Adequate past relevant experience and financial capabilities are mandatory. Submission of two samples with the technical bid is compulsory to avoid rejection. The bid submission closing date is **August 17, 2026, at 10:30 AM**, with technical bid opening at 11:00 AM the same day. Bids must be submitted electronically through the E-Pads system. Interested bidders should regularly check Pakistan Railways and PPRA websites for any updates or amendments. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your technical bid includes the required two samples of steel plates as specified. Failure to provide these samples will lead to outright rejection of your offer, regardless of other compliance. Early preparation and submission through the e-pads portal will help avoid last-minute technical issues.