Supply of Uniforms for All Pakistan State Oil Locations

Pakistan State Oil Co. Ltd. (PSO) invites qualified suppliers to participate in the procurement for the supply of uniforms for all PSO locations across Pakistan. This Framework Agreement covers the supply of various types of uniforms including white cotton uniforms for drivers and qasids, grey cotton uniforms for workers, white shirt and blue trousers for R.O/A.P.O, and black uniforms for security guards as specified by the Security Department. The uniforms must meet strict technical specifications such as cotton-polyester blend with antistatic coating, specific fabric weight, shrinkage tolerance, and quality standards tested by recognized textile labs. Items being procured: - White uniforms for drivers and qasids (Cotton 60% and Polyester 40% with Antistatic coating) - Grey uniforms for workers (Cotton 60% and Polyester 40% with Antistatic coating) - White shirt and blue trousers for R.O/A.P.O - Black uniforms for security guards (as specified by Security Department) The delivery location is the Central Store PSO in Karachi, with supplies to be delivered on an as and when required basis. Suppliers must ensure all uniforms conform to the approved samples and quality standards. Random samples may be tested by PSO and non-compliant lots will be rejected and must be replaced within 5 days. The contract term is three years with no extension. Suppliers must submit a performance guarantee of 10% of the contract value. The procurement process follows a single stage single envelope bidding procedure with mini-competitions conducted via SAP Ariba among pre-qualified bidders. Payment will be made within 30 days of invoice submission and acceptance of goods. Penalties apply for late delivery and substandard quality, including liquidated damages of 0.1% per day up to 10% of the order value and possible cancellation after three notices. Suppliers are advised to visit the Industrial Relations Department at PSO House Karachi for guidance before bidding. Bidders must be registered with FBR and comply with anti-corruption laws. This is a significant opportunity for suppliers experienced in textile manufacturing and supply to large-scale industrial clients. Bidders should carefully review specifications and ensure timely delivery to avoid penalties. The deadline for bid submission is **2026-11-10**. Interested suppliers should submit sealed bids at PSO House Karachi or via the SAP Ariba portal as instructed. A practical tip for bidders is to physically inspect the specimen uniforms at PSO House to fully understand quality and specification requirements before submitting bids, ensuring compliance and reducing risk of rejection.