Procurement of Consumable Items for Immunochromatographic Strip Development in Buffalo

The National Agricultural Research Centre (NARC) Islamabad is procuring consumable items for the ALP-Project focused on the development of an Immunochromatographic Strip for Pregnancy Detection in Buffalo. This procurement is specifically managed by the Directorate of Procurement at NARC, Islamabad. The scope includes specialized research consumables such as Gold Nano Particles, Tween-20, various monoclonal antibodies, cellulose absorbent pads, nitrocellulose membranes, ELISA kits, and filtered pipette tips. These items are critical for the Animal Reproduction & Genetics Program under the ALP-Project (AS-0371). Eligible bidders must be registered with the GST/Income Tax Department of the Government of Pakistan and comply with PPRA and E-PADS portal requirements. Firms should have relevant experience and provide complete documentation including technical brochures, warranty information, and authorization certificates for quoted brands. Earnest Money in the form of a Bank Draft or Pay Order amounting to Rs.52,851/- must be submitted physically and online before the deadline. Bids must be valid until 31st August 2026 and will be opened at NARC Islamabad on 1st June 2026 at 11:30 am. The tender document can be downloaded from the E-PADS portal or collected from the Procurement Department at NARC Islamabad upon payment of Rs.3000/-. Partial deliveries or payments are not allowed. Late delivery penalties of 0.2% per day will be applied. The procuring agency reserves the right to reject any or all bids as per PPRA rules. Bidders are advised to ensure their bids are complete, accurate, and submitted on time to avoid disqualification. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully prepare the Technical Bid with all required certifications and ensure the Earnest Money is submitted in the correct form and amount. This will prevent rejection on technical grounds and improve chances of success in this competitive procurement process.