COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus invites bids for procurement of network switches to upgrade its IT infrastructure in Lahore. This tender focuses on acquiring high-quality manageable POE switches with 24 ports, compatible with Cisco C1300-24FP-4G or equivalent models, including essential accessories such as Bluetooth dongles, RJ45 and USB console cables, and rack mounting kits. The equipment will support the university's growing network demands and ensure reliable connectivity across campus. The procurement involves sourcing robust IT hardware that meets the latest IOS versions and power specifications, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems. The delivery and installation will take place at the Lahore campus, requiring vendors to comply with technical specifications and warranty conditions. The tender emphasizes quality assurance through onsite warranty support for 90 days and strict adherence to the BoQ requirements. Bidders must be registered suppliers listed on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) of FBR and comply with all tax regulations. The tender requires submission of earnest money and tender fee via bank instruments, with a 5% retention money applicable against warranty items. Vendors should ensure their PEC category and FBR status are up to date for the fiscal year 2025-26 to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline is set for 04 March 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bids to be uploaded on the PPRA EPADS portal. The technical and financial bids will be opened 30 minutes after the closing time at the COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus office. Vendors must submit original bank instruments before the closing time to validate their bids. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the tender documents for mandatory signatures and stamps on all pages before submission. Missing or ambiguous entries often lead to bid rejection. Also, ensure the scanned copies of tender fee and earnest money are emailed as per instructions to avoid disqualification.