Procurement of PCB Prototyping Setup on Turnkey Basis for Makerspace Punjab (EGOV-13)

Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) invites bids for the procurement of lab equipment specifically PCB machines for the establishment of Makerspace Punjab under project EGOV-13 in Lahore. The procurement involves a PCB Prototyping Setup on a turnkey basis with multiple quantities required. Items being procured: - PCB Prototyping Setup on Turnkey Basis (Multiple units) The procurement will be conducted in accordance with the Punjab Procurement Rules, 2014, using a Single Stage Two Envelope Bidding Procedure. Tender documents are available for free download at www.pitb.gov.pk and www.ppra.punjab.gov.pk. Bidders must submit technical and financial bids online via the Punjab E-Procurement System (eP) at https://ep.punjab.gov.pk starting from 1100 hours on 14 September 2023. Bids will be opened at 1130 hours on the same day as per PPRA rules. Bidders are advised to upload their bids well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues. Incomplete, unsigned, unstamped, late, or improperly submitted bids will be rejected. Registration on the eP portal is mandatory, and assistance is available via contact number 1248. Eligibility includes compliance with Punjab Procurement Rules, valid FBR/ATL registration, and submission of the required bid security of PKR 560,000. The technical scope covers the supply and installation of a complete PCB prototyping setup suitable for Makerspace Punjab. The submission deadline is 14 September 2023. Bidders should ensure timely and proper submission through the official e-procurement portal. A practical tip for bidders is to complete their registration and bid upload well in advance to avoid technical issues on the closing date.