Provision and Installation of Lab Equipment at PNEC-NUST Karachi

This tender invites bids for the provision and installation of advanced lab equipment at Pakistan Navy Engineering College (PNEC), NUST Karachi, under the Medical & Surgical Supplies and IT & Office Equipment categories. The department requires authorized suppliers or OEMs with active ATL status to supply items including microcontroller kits, digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, SSDs, RAM, 3D printers, tool kits, and multimedia projectors. The equipment must meet detailed technical specifications and come with a minimum one-year warranty and after-sales support. The procurement involves supplying high-quality lab instruments and IT hardware to support educational and research activities at PNEC-NUST Karachi. Bidders must ensure compliance with technical standards, provide OEM authorization, and submit bids through the E-PADS online portal. Original earnest money and bid security are required at the time of technical bid opening. The delivery period is 6 to 8 weeks, with penalties for late delivery. The tender emphasizes the importance of quality assurance, documentation, and training support for the supplied equipment. Bidders should hold valid NTN and Sales Tax registrations with active ATL status and must comply with PEC and FBR requirements for the 2025-26 financial year. The tender mandates submission of detailed company profiles, financial statements, and quality certifications. Firms must also ensure they are not blacklisted and provide performance guarantees. Tax exemptions applicable to educational institutions like NUST should be clearly indicated in the bids. The submission deadline is set for 15 April 2026 at 11:30 AM, with bid opening at the SONA Office, PNEC-NUST PNS Jauhar, Karachi. Bidders must submit their bids online via E-PADS and provide original earnest money and bid processing fees physically at the time of technical bid opening. Queries can be directed to store@pnec.nust.edu.pk or via phone at 021-48503043. Pro-Tip: Ensure all bid documents are complete and signed on company letterhead, and double-check the original earnest money and bid security submission requirements to avoid disqualification. Also, verify the OEM authorization letter validity and confirm compliance with the latest PPRA and E-PAK Procurement Regulations to streamline your bid evaluation process.