Provision of Fiber Connectivity at NUST H-12 Campus Islamabad

This tender invites bids for the provision of fiber connectivity at the new barrack of NUST H-12 Campus in Islamabad, issued by the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST). The procurement falls under Power, Electrical & Solar Equipment and IT & Office Equipment categories, reflecting the technical nature of the fiber optic infrastructure required. The scope includes hard and soft surface digging, installation of GI pipes, flexible pipes, PVC pipes, laying of 08 core OFC cable with double layer protection, installation of outdoor OFC connectivity components, Huawei manageable switches, and UPS line interactive systems. The work is to be executed at the NUST H-12 campus, demanding precise technical expertise to ensure robust and reliable fiber optic connectivity. The project requires careful handling of materials and adherence to technical specifications to meet the university's high standards. Bidders must be registered with FBR for sales and income tax, active on the tax payer list, and free from blacklisting or litigation. The tender advises compliance with PEC categories and FBR/ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26. Firms should prepare their bids with earnest money in the form of a pay order or bank draft, and ensure all documentation is complete, including NTN, sales tax certificates, and technical literature. The contract includes a one-year warranty and maintenance coverage. The submission deadline is set for 25 March 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 11:30 AM in the P&LP Directorate Conference Room near NT Park, NUST H-12 Campus, Islamabad. Bidders must submit their bids through the E-PADS portal and also provide a hard copy to the P&LP Directorate at the time of bid opening. Pro-Tip: Make sure to carefully review the mandatory bid security requirements and submit the pay order/bank draft in favor of NUST Islamabad as a codal formality, which is often overlooked. Also, ensure all technical and financial documents are complete and properly labeled to avoid rejection.