COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus invites bids for procurement of advanced document scanners to enhance its digitalization capabilities in Lahore. This tender focuses on acquiring high-performance scanners suitable for heavy daily use, supporting up to 10,000 pages per day with features like auto color detection, OCR, and multiple flatbed accessories. The scanners will be deployed at the university premises on Defence Road, Lahore. The technical specifications demand sheetfed scanners with USB 3.0 connectivity, high resolution up to 600 dpi, and a feeder capacity of 80 sheets. The equipment must come with a three-year on-site warranty covering parts and service, ensuring reliability and minimal downtime for the university's document management needs. Bidders must be registered suppliers on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) of FBR and comply with all tax regulations. The tender requires earnest money and tender fee in the form of bank instruments, with a 5% retention money applicable against warranty items for three years. Vendors should ensure their PEC category and FBR status are up to date for the fiscal year 2025-26 to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline is set for 02 March 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bids to be uploaded via the PPRA EPADS portal. Bids will be opened 30 minutes after closing time at the COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus office. All bidding documents must be signed and stamped before submission, and original bank instruments must be submitted before the closing time. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the tender documents for specific stamp duty and earnest money requirements, as missing these can lead to outright rejection. Also, ensure the technical bid matches the exact specifications to avoid disqualification during evaluation.