Transportation, Carriage and Unloading of Rock Salt from Main Mine to PMDC Salt Depot Khewra and Dissolving Basin Works at PMDC Salt Mines Khewra

The Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation (PMDC) invites qualified suppliers and contractors for the transportation, carriage, and unloading of rock salt from the main mine to the PMDC Salt Depot in Khewra, including works at the LCI Old and New dissolving Basin at PMDC Salt Mines, Khewra. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and aims to ensure efficient logistics and handling of salt products within the Khewra mining area. Items being procured: - Transportation/Carriage and unloading of Rock Salt from Main Mine to PMDC Salt Depot Khewra - Works at M/s. LCI Old and New dissolving Basin at PMDC Salt Mines, Khewra The scope covers the safe and timely movement of rock salt from extraction points to storage depots, including unloading operations and maintenance or operational works at the dissolving basins. The site is located at the PMDC Salt Mines in Khewra, requiring bidders to have relevant experience in mineral logistics and handling. The contract will be awarded under the Single Stage-One Envelope procedure using Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) in accordance with Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Eligible bidders must be registered on EPADS v2.0 and comply with all bid security requirements such as Pay Order, Banker's Cheque, Call at Deposit, or Demand Draft. Bidders should ensure they have valid FBR registration and demonstrate prior experience in similar transportation and unloading services within the mining sector. The tender documents and detailed terms are available on the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) portal. Bids must be submitted electronically through EPADS v2.0 by Thursday, August 6, 2026, 11:00 AM. Technical and financial bids will be opened the same day at 11:30 AM. Manual submissions will not be accepted. A practical tip for bidders: Register early on EPADS v2.0 and carefully follow the bid security instructions to avoid disqualification. Ensure all documents are complete and submitted before the deadline to participate in this competitive procurement.