Customized Souvenir Items Supply for Career Fair 2026 at IBA Karachi

This tender invites bids for supplying customized souvenir items for the Career Fair 2026 at the Institute of Business Administration, Karachi. The procurement covers items such as adjustable metal laptop stands, stainless steel mugs, universal mobile phone holders, customized souvenir boxes with foam inserts, and USB-C multi-port charging hubs. These items will be delivered to IBA's main campus in Karachi, ensuring quality and branding specifications are met for the event. The scope includes manufacturing and supplying 300 units each of the listed items, with attention to material quality like 304-grade stainless steel for mugs and metal for laptop stands. The souvenir boxes are designed with magnetic locks, foam cutouts, and customized printing, reflecting the premium nature of the event. Delivery is expected in February 2026, with a 30-day completion timeline from the order date. The supplier must coordinate with IBA's procurement department and bear all logistics costs. Bidders must be registered with relevant tax authorities, hold active taxpayer status, and comply with PEC and FBR requirements for the fiscal year 2025-26. A bid security of 2% of the total bid value is mandatory, submitted via pay order or demand draft in favor of IBA Karachi. Performance security of 5% will be required upon contract award. The tender emphasizes genuine, non-refurbished items and adherence to specifications, with penalties for delayed delivery. Submission deadline is on the 30th of January 2026 at 3:00 PM via the SPPRA EPADS online portal. The technical bid must be uploaded, and the original bid security and signed documents delivered physically to IBA's main campus before the bid opening at 3:30 PM the same day. The procurement office is located at the Fauji Foundation Building, IBA Main Campus, University Enclave, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes a sample of each item as required, and double-check the bid security format and submission method. Missing the original bid security or incorrect submission on EPADS can lead to disqualification. Also, verify the stamp duty requirements carefully to avoid last-minute compliance issues.