Equipment for Labs of Biological Sciences (BIO) at Virtual University of Pakistan

Virtual University of Pakistan in Islamabad invites bids for procurement of specialized equipment for its Biological Sciences (BIO) laboratories. This tender covers a comprehensive list of scientific instruments essential for advanced biological research and teaching. Items being procured: - Multiparameter Temperature Compensation device (Qty: 4) - Centrifuge with max RPM 16000 and multiple adapters (Qty: 4) - Kymograph with muscle twitch attachments (Qty: 4) - Binocular Microscope with multiple magnifications and LED illumination (Qty: 6) - Gel Electrophoresis system with power supply and multiple combs (Qty: 3) - Pipette set of six types including P2, P10, P20, P100, P200, P1000 (Qty: 10 sets) The equipment must meet international standards with CE marking or equivalent, sourced from reputed manufacturers or authorized dealers. Delivery locations include multiple campuses across Lahore, Karachi, Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Multan, Peshawar, Nazimabad, and Bahawalpur, ensuring wide geographic coverage. Bidders must provide original bid security, tender fee deposit slip, and comply with all technical and financial requirements as per the tender document. The procurement follows a Single Stage One Envelope procedure with bids to be submitted both online via EPADS V2.0 and in hard copy by 3:00 PM on August 28, 2026. The tender opening will be held at 3:30 PM the same day at the Procurement Department, Virtual University of Pakistan, Islamabad. Eligibility criteria include FBR registration, Active Taxpayer List status, and submission of company profile, financial soundness certificate, and affidavit of non-blacklisting. Warranty of at least one year with onsite installation and training is mandatory. Bidders should carefully follow submission instructions to avoid disqualification. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure that the uploaded bid and hard copy are consistent and complete, including all mandatory documents, to avoid being declared non-responsive. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for suppliers of high-quality laboratory equipment to engage with a reputable academic institution.