Bid Security and Tender Schedule for Convocation Items

NED University of Engineering and Technology Karachi has issued a corrigendum regarding the bid security and tender schedule for the convocation related procurement under reference PC/NED/DWS/Convocation/8574/2026. This notice is crucial for all bidders interested in participating in this procurement process. The department is located at University Road, Karachi, and the procurement is managed by the Procurement Cell of NED University. Items being procured: - Specific item list not provided in the notice. The corrigendum specifies that all bidders are now required to furnish a fixed amount of Rs One Million as bid security instead of the previously required 5% of the total bid cost, as per Rule 37(2) of SPPRA. This change impacts the financial preparations of bidders and must be carefully noted. The tender schedule has also been extended, providing additional time for document issuance and bid submission. The procurement involves standard university convocation-related goods or services, with the exact technical scope not detailed in the corrigendum. Bidders should ensure they meet all eligibility criteria including valid PEC registration if applicable, FBR/ATL registration, and relevant experience in similar procurements. Key dates to remember include the issuance of documents starting from 28.07.2026, last date for issuance of tender documents on 13.08.2026, and the final deadline for tender submission at 10:00 A.M. on 17.08.2026, with tender opening at 10:30 A.M. on the same day. Submissions should be made to the Procurement Cell at NED University, Karachi. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully review the corrigendum and adjust their bid security accordingly to avoid disqualification. Ensuring timely submission before the extended deadline will also be critical to participate successfully in this tender.