Procurement of Physics Lab Equipment Tube Furnace

Islamia College Peshawar is inviting sealed bids for the procurement of a high-temperature Physics Lab Equipment, specifically a Tube Furnace. This procurement is aimed at enhancing the scientific research capabilities of the college located in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The equipment required is a High-Temperature Sliding Tubular Furnace with Rail Track Sliding Tube, capable of reaching a maximum temperature of 1200 °C. The furnace must have an internal tube diameter of 25 mm, heated length between 50 to 56 cm, maximum power of 1.2 kW, and operate at 230 volts. The procurement process is governed by KP-PPRA Rules 2014 and will be conducted through a single stage single envelope open competitive bidding process via EPADS. Eligible bidders must be well-established and registered with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). The submission of bids requires an earnest money deposit of 2% of the total bid amount in the form of a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) in favor of the Treasurer, Islamia College Peshawar. The original CDR must be physically submitted or sent via courier to the office of the convener before the deadline. Bidders should ensure their technical and financial bids comply with the terms and conditions outlined in the bidding documents available on EPADS. The bids will be opened publicly at 2:30 PM on June 3, 2026, in the Video Conference Hall of the Academic Block at Islamia College. A key tip for bidders is to strictly adhere to the submission method by uploading bids only on EPADS and submitting the original CDR physically or by courier before the deadline. Failure to comply with these instructions may lead to disqualification. Interested firms should also ensure their FBR registration is active and that they meet all eligibility criteria to avoid rejection during the technical evaluation phase. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for suppliers specializing in scientific laboratory equipment to engage with a reputable academic institution in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.