Supply and Procurement of UPS 24 Volt with Batteries for PMDC Salt Mines Khewra

This tender from Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation in Islamabad calls for the supply and procurement of UPS 24 Volt systems along with batteries for the PMDC Salt Mines located in Khewra. The procurement falls under the Power, Electrical & Solar Equipment category, targeting reliable power backup solutions essential for uninterrupted mining operations in the region. The scope includes three units of latest model UPS 24 Volt from renowned brands like Hoamge or Inverex, featuring plastic bodies made in China. These UPS units come with multiple protections such as overload, short-circuit, over/under-voltage, battery deep discharge, and reverse polarity safeguards. The batteries required are lead-acid deep cycle types with a rated capacity of 200 AH each, weighing between 24-28 kg, and come with a 6-month standard warranty. The equipment must operate efficiently in environmental conditions ranging from 0°C to 40°C with up to 90% non-condensing humidity, ensuring durability in the mining environment. Bidders should ensure they meet the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) registration requirements and maintain active taxpayer status. The tender advises compliance with all mandatory technical specifications and submission of bid money via pay order or demand draft. The contract will be awarded on a least cost basis to technically responsive bidders. It is advisable to verify PEC registration and FBR ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26 to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline is set for 11 March 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 11:30 AM on the same day at the PMDC Head Office, H-9/4, Islamabad. Bidders must submit their electronic bids through the EPADS portal and provide original bid security instruments before the deadline. The physical address for queries and submission is PMDC Head Office, Islamabad. Pro-Tip: Ensure to attach the original bid security instrument before the online submission deadline, as failure to do so will result in bid rejection. Also, carefully check the tender documents for any specific stamp duty or bid validity requirements which are often overlooked.