Procurement of Miscellaneous Consumable Items for IT Stores

The **Allama Iqbal Open University Islamabad** is procuring miscellaneous consumable items specifically for its IT Stores located in Islamabad. This procurement is part of the financial year 2025/26 plan and aims to fulfill the university's operational needs with quality consumables. The scope includes various consumable materials required for IT-related functions, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted services within the university's IT department. Suppliers and firms registered with the Income Tax and Sales Tax Departments and listed on the Active Taxpayers List of the Federal Board of Revenue are eligible to participate. Bidders should ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and provide earnest money in the form of Bid Security as specified in the bidding documents. The procurement process follows the Public Procurement Rules 2004 and related guidelines, ensuring transparency and fairness. Key dates include the submission deadline on **28-04-2026 at 10:30 AM PST**, with bid opening scheduled for the same day at 11:00 AM PST. Bids must be submitted electronically through the e-Pak Acquisition & Disposal System (e-PADS) at https://eprocure.gov.pk. The original Bid Security must be physically delivered to Room No. 104, Academic Complex, AIOU Main Campus, Sector H-8, Islamabad before the submission deadline. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully prepare both the technical and financial bids separately and ensure the timely submission of the original Bid Security instrument. Late or incomplete submissions may lead to disqualification. Attending the pre-bid meeting, if applicable, can provide valuable clarifications and improve bid quality. This tender offers a significant opportunity for suppliers experienced in IT consumables to engage with a reputable public sector university and expand their business footprint in Islamabad.