Procurement of Furniture and Cardiopulmonary Bypass Surgery Simulator for Dow Institute of Biological, Biochemical & Pharmaceutical Sciences

Dow University of Health Sciences Karachi is inviting electronic bids through the E-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) from manufacturers or their authorized agents, distributors, and firms. The procurement is for the Dow Institute of Biological, Biochemical & Pharmaceutical Sciences (IBBPS) and includes two main categories of items. Items being procured: - Furniture/Fixtures for Dow Institute of Biological, Biochemical & Pharmaceutical Sciences (IBBPS) - Cardiopulmonary Bypass Surgery Simulator The procurement is conducted on a DDP and CNF/DDP basis excluding GST, under Rule 46(1) of SPP Rules 2010. Bidders must be registered and appear on the List of Active Taxpayers of FBR/SRB for income tax and GST/SST as applicable. The bidding documents with detailed terms and conditions can be downloaded from the official portals https://portalsindh.eprocure.gov.pk/#/ or https://duhs.edu.pk. The scope includes supply of specialized furniture and a high-tech cardiopulmonary bypass surgery simulator, essential for advanced medical education and research at the Dow Institute. The procurement is based in Karachi, Sindh, and requires bidders to comply with all technical specifications and quality standards as per the tender documents. Eligibility criteria include valid FBR registration, active taxpayer status, and relevant experience in supplying medical and educational equipment. The tender fee is PKR 2,000 non-refundable, and bid security is set at 2% of the estimated cost for each item category. The last date for submission of bids on EPADS is 11th August 2026 at 1100 hours, with bid opening at 1130 hours the same day. Bidders must ensure timely registration on the EPADS portal and submission of all required documents electronically, as manual bids will not be entertained. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully review the technical specifications and ensure all required certifications and compliance documents are included in the technical bid to avoid disqualification. Early registration on the EPADS system and thorough preparation of the bid documents will enhance chances of success in this competitive tender.