Farmers Development Organization (FDO), supported by the Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF), is implementing the “Restoring Social Services and Climate Resilience Project” in District Multan, Punjab. As part of this initiative, FDO is inviting sealed quotations from qualified suppliers for the installation of a Reverse Osmosis (RO) Plant integrated with a solar power system at Basti Ambala, UC Ambala, Multan. This procurement follows a single-stage, single-envelope bidding procedure, and aims to engage reliable vendors who can meet the project’s technical and delivery requirements within the stipulated timeframe.
Key Responsibilities:
- Submit bids in sealed envelopes adhering strictly to the single-stage, single-envelope procurement process.
- Ensure bid validity for a minimum of 30 days, with the possibility of extension upon FDO’s request under exceptional circumstances.
- Provide samples or grant access to nominated FDO personnel for inspection and evaluation at designated locations.
- Deliver all items within 15 days following contract or purchase order signing.
- Comply with all specifications and conditions outlined in the bidding documents, including pricing in Pakistani Rupees (PKR) inclusive of all applicable taxes, duties, transportation, loading/unloading, and other related costs.
- Avoid any corrupt, fraudulent, collusive, or coercive practices during the bidding process; violations may result in bid rejection and permanent blacklisting.
- Accept penalties for delayed delivery, calculated at 0.1% of the contract value per day, with contract cancellation rights reserved for delays exceeding 15 days.
- Submit bids written exclusively in English without any overwriting.
- Understand that contract awards will be based on the highest evaluation score, considering profile, cost, and sample quality.
Required Qualifications:
- Demonstrated relevant experience within the last six months, supported by a detailed company profile.
- Submission of a valid National Tax Number (NTN) and Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) registration.
- Provision of the last six months’ bank statements to verify financial stability.
- Ability to provide product samples or allow inspection by FDO representatives.
- Proven capacity to meet delivery deadlines and adhere to project specifications.
Selection Criteria:
- Profile evaluation (including recent experience, financial documents, and registrations) will account for 20% of the total score.
- Cost competitiveness will carry the greatest weight at 60%.
- Sample evaluation will contribute 20% to the overall assessment.
Additional Information:
- In case the successful bidder fails to deliver as per specifications, FDO reserves the right to consider subsequent bidders, with forfeiture of the original bid guarantee.
- Bidders have the right to appeal decisions made by the bid evaluation committee; appeals must be submitted in writing to the Head of Program at FDO.
- All bids must be comprehensive and inclusive of all costs up to the point of delivery to ensure transparency and avoid hidden charges.
This opportunity is ideal for suppliers experienced in renewable energy and water purification systems, capable of delivering quality installations within a tight schedule while complying with strict procurement guidelines.