Procurement of 2U Rack Mount Server Machine for Department of Computer and Information System Engineering at NED University Karachi

This tender invites bids for the procurement of a 2U Rack Mount Server Machine for the Department of Computer and Information System Engineering at NED University, Karachi. The department requires a high-performance server with dual Intel Xeon Gold 6526Y processors, 128GB DDR4 memory expandable up to 1TB, and support for multiple RAID configurations. The server must support up to 16 hot-plug drives and include redundant power supplies and fans to ensure reliability in a demanding academic environment. The server will be installed at NED University Karachi, a location that demands robust hardware capable of handling intensive computational tasks and virtualization platforms such as Windows Server, Linux, and VMware ESXi. The technical specifications emphasize OEM certification, warranty, and support, reflecting the need for dependable equipment to support research and academic activities. Bidders should ensure compliance with PEC categories and maintain valid FBR/ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26. The tender requires a 5% bid security and a 3-year comprehensive OEM warranty. Affidavits regarding non-blacklisting and no litigation history are mandatory. The procurement process follows the Sindh Public Procurement Rules 2010 (Amended). The submission deadline is **2025-12-31 23:59:59**. Bids must be submitted electronically through EPADS only. The original bid security must reach the Deputy Director Procurement office before the tender opening. The physical address for submission and opening is the Office of the Deputy Director Procurement Cell, NED University of Engineering & Technology, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Make sure to verify your bid's inclusion in the EPADS bid opening list to avoid disqualification. Also, carefully check the newspaper advertisement for specific stamp duty requirements and ensure all pages of the bidding documents are signed and stamped to avoid rejection.