Different Items for Electronics Lab and Network Firewalls for ICT

The Virtual University of Pakistan in Islamabad invites sealed tenders through the e_Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 from firms registered with Tax Authorities on Active Taxpayers List (ATL) of FBR. The procurement involves two distinct items: - Different Items for Electronics Lab (CS) - Network Firewalls (ICT) Tender documents are available on the Virtual University of Pakistan website and all bids must be submitted electronically only through EPADS v2.0. The technical scope includes supply of electronic lab equipment and network firewall devices suitable for ICT infrastructure enhancement. Bidders must ensure compliance with the bidding documents and upload scanned copies of Bid Security as specified. Additionally, one hard copy of the sealed bid must be submitted physically to the Virtual University of Pakistan at the address provided. Eligibility requires firms to be active taxpayers and registered with FBR. Bid security submission is mandatory and bids without prescribed security will be rejected. The university reserves the right to accept or reject any bid or annul the procurement process as per Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Key dates include tender opening on September 21, 2026, for Electronics Lab items and September 22, 2026, for Network Firewalls, with receiving time at 2:00 pm and opening at 2:30 pm on both days. Bidders should carefully follow submission guidelines to avoid disqualification. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration and submission through the EPADS portal, as bids submitted by any other means will not be considered. Also, maintain clear documentation of bid security and physical submission to avoid rejection.