Procurement of Laptops and Workstations for ICT Directorate NUST H-12 Campus Islamabad

The National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) Islamabad is procuring laptops and workstations specifically for its ICT Directorate located at the H-12 Campus. This procurement targets reliable firms and suppliers with valid NTN and Sales Tax registration to supply high-performance computing equipment including Apple MacBook Pro 14" or equivalent, Core Ultra 7 and Core Ultra 5 laptops, and Core i5 desktop computers with specified configurations and one year verifiable warranty. The scope covers delivery, installation, and commissioning within 4-6 weeks as per purchase order requirements. Bidders must be registered with FBR for sales and income tax, active on the tax payer list, and not blacklisted or involved in litigation, supported by affidavits on stamp paper. The technical bid requires detailed documentation including OEM authorization, past experience, financial statements, and compliance sheets. Earnest Money in the form of a bid security equal to 3% of the quoted value is mandatory, along with a non-refundable bidding document processing fee of Rs. 5,000 payable to the SGI Account, NUST H-12 Islamabad. The tender follows a Single Stage-Single Envelope procedure through the E-PADS system with electronic bids submission deadline on 11 June 2026 before 1100 hrs. Hard copies of bids must also be submitted at the time of bid opening in the P&LP Directorate Conference Room. Bidders are advised to ensure clarity and completeness of their bids to avoid rejection. The evaluation criteria require a minimum of 70% aggregated marks combining technical and financial bids. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully prepare and upload the bid within the stipulated time on E-PADS, as late submissions cannot be accepted. Also, ensure all required documents are properly labeled and attached to avoid disqualification. This tender offers a significant opportunity for suppliers specializing in IT equipment to engage with a prestigious academic institution in Islamabad.