Supply, Testing and Commissioning of Water Filtration Plants at PMDC Salt Mines Kalabagh and Jata Bahadur Khel

The Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation (PMDC) is procuring Water Filtration Plants for its salt mine sites located at Kalabagh and Jata Bahadur Khel. This procurement is under the department of Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation (PMDC) based in Islamabad, with delivery locations specifically at PMDC Salt Mines, Kalabagh and Jata Bahadur Khel. Items being procured: - Water Filtration Plant Model No. 3000 GPD, Commercial RO Plant, Hydronix or equivalent (1 unit each at Kalabagh and Jata Bahadur Khel) The technical scope includes supply, testing, and commissioning of complete water filtration plants with components such as 20" plastic cartridge filters, 5µ PP filters, carbon filters, CDL2-11 vertical centrifugal 3000 GPD stainless steel pumps, HYDRONIX or equivalent RO membranes, pressure gauges, rejection control valves, online TDS meters, flow meters, solenoid valves, stainless steel frames, anti-scale dosing pumps, dosing tanks, pressure protection switches, U-PVC pipes, fittings, valves, and electric panels. The plants must meet Pakistan drinking water standards with water quality test reports from ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratories and post-installation water analysis from PCSIR. Eligibility requires bidders to have at least 3 years of relevant supply experience with proof of work orders, valid FBR registration, and financial soundness demonstrated by certified bank statements. Bidders must submit technical brochures/catalogues and comply with bid security and performance guarantee requirements. The contract will be awarded on a lot-wise basis with least cost selection among technically responsive bidders. Key dates include bid submission deadline on Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 11:00 AM via EPADS v2.0, with bid opening on the same day at 11:30 AM. Bidders must submit bids online and physically submit bid security to PMDC Islamabad office before the deadline. Delivery and completion period is within 8-12 weeks after issuance of supply order. Warranty of minimum one year is required. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure timely registration and submission on EPADS v2.0 platform and provide complete documentation including technical brochures and water quality test reports to avoid disqualification. Also, carefully review the detailed specifications and terms to ensure compliance with all technical and financial requirements to enhance chances of success.