Procurement of Desktop Computers for Industrial and Computer Systems Engineering Departments

Dawood University of Engineering and Technology (DUET) Karachi invites experienced and manufacturer authorized firms to submit bids for the procurement of desktop computers for two departments: Department of Industrial Engineering (Qty 50) and Department of Computer Systems Engineering (Qty 25). The procurement includes complete supply, installation, and warranty as per the bidding documents. Items being procured: - Desktop Computers for Department of Industrial Engineering (50 units) - Desktop Computers for Department of Computer Systems Engineering (25 units) This tender is issued by the Dawood University of Engineering and Technology located in Karachi, Sindh. The technical scope covers the supply and installation of desktop computers with warranty support, ensuring compliance with the specifications detailed in the bidding documents. The procurement process follows the Single Stage - Single Envelope method, requiring bidders to submit complete technical and financial proposals online via the SPPRA EPADS portal. Eligibility criteria include registration with Income Tax, GST, SRB, and NTN as per SPPRA Rule 46 1a (iii). Bidders must provide a fixed bid security of Rs. 1,923,869 in the form of Pay Order, Demand Draft, or Bank Guarantee. A non-refundable tender fee of Rs. 5000 is also required. Bidding documents are available from 6th July 2026 to 20th July 2026 (up to 1:00 pm) on the EPADS portal and DUET website. Submission deadline is 20th July 2026 at 2:30 pm, with bid opening at 3:00 pm the same day. The submission must be made online, but original bid security and tender fee must be submitted physically to the Director (ICT), Convener Procurement Committee at DUET. Bidders should ensure all documents are signed and stamped with an authorization letter. Conditional or telegraphic bids, late submissions, and bids without required security or tender fee will be rejected. Firms currently blacklisted must attach an affidavit confirming their status. A practical tip for bidders is to register early on the EPADS portal and carefully review the detailed qualification criteria in the bidding documents to avoid disqualification. Timely submission of original bid security and tender fee is crucial to avoid rejection.