Procurement of High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) System for Pharmacy Department, COMSATS University Islamabad Lahore Campus

This tender invites bids for the procurement of a High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) system for the Pharmacy Department at COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus. The procurement is based in Lahore and falls under Medical & Surgical Supplies and IT & Office Equipment categories, reflecting the technical and specialized nature of the equipment. The HPLC system required is a sophisticated analytical instrument featuring a parallel-type double plunger pump, capable of precise flow rates and high operating pressures. It includes a photodiode array detector covering UV-visible wavelengths, temperature control units, autosampler with variable injection volumes, and a high-pressure mixer. The system must be compliant with ISO-9001/ISO-13485/TUV or equivalent certifications and include a 21 CFR compliant workstation with licensed Windows 10 software. The equipment will be delivered and installed at the university premises, ensuring full operational readiness. Bidders must be registered suppliers on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) of FBR and comply with PEC category requirements. The tender emphasizes the importance of submitting earnest money and tender fees via bank instruments, with a 5% retention money applicable against warranty items for one year. Vendors should ensure their bids are complete, signed, and stamped, and must adhere strictly to the technical specifications and terms outlined. Non-compliance or ambiguous offers may lead to rejection. The submission deadline is set for 16th March 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bids to be uploaded on the PPRA EPADS portal. The technical proposals will be opened first, followed by financial proposals of technically qualified bids. The physical address for delivery and correspondence is COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, Defence Road, Off Raiwind Road, Lahore. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the tender documents for the exact stamp duty and earnest money submission requirements, as missing or incorrect bank instruments often cause disqualification. Also, ensure the technical bid is free of any price information to avoid rejection during evaluation.