Procurement of AR/VR Equipment, 3D Scanning and XR-Based Teaching and Training Lab Setup

COMSATS University Islamabad is procuring advanced AR/VR equipment, 3D scanning devices, and XR-based teaching and training lab setup specifically for its Islamabad campus. This procurement includes high-end hardware such as Meta Quest 3 AR/VR headsets, precision 3D scanners with anti-shake technology, 3D VR cameras with global shutter and high-speed capabilities, mobile phone VR headsets, and powerful workstations equipped with Intel Core i7 12th generation CPUs and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti GPUs. The software suite includes Unity Engine for 3D rendering, AR/VR toolkits, Blender 3D modeling software, DaVinci Resolve for content editing, and various Unity software accessories for simulation and photorealistic spatial walkthroughs. The tender is issued by COMSATS University Islamabad, a reputable public sector university, and requires bidders to be registered firms on the Active Taxpayer List (ATL) of FBR with valid GST and Income Tax registration. Bidders must provide an earnest money deposit (CDR) of Rs. 50,000 in the form of a call deposit or bank draft. The technical bid must include detailed compliance sheets with brand names and models, and bidders must demonstrate prior experience with at least three similar contracts exceeding Rs. 500,000 each in the last five years. Authorized dealership certificates for the offered brands are mandatory. The submission deadline is strictly June 25, 2026, by 1100 hours, with bids to be submitted electronically via the EPADS system and a hard copy of the bid security and documents physically delivered to the university's procurement office. The bids will be opened half an hour after closing in the presence of bidders. Delivery is expected within 30 days of the work order issuance, and warranty as per manufacturer terms is required. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure complete and accurate documentation, especially the technical bid with brand names and mandatory forms, as any alteration or omission may lead to disqualification. Early registration on EPADS and careful adherence to submission instructions will help avoid last-minute issues. This tender offers a significant opportunity for suppliers specializing in cutting-edge AR/VR and 3D technologies to engage with a leading academic institution in Islamabad.