Procurement of Furniture, IT Equipment, Studio and Electronic Equipment for Bhakkar Arts Council

The Punjab Council of the Arts (PUCAR), Lahore invites electronic bids (e-bids) from eligible firms and contractors registered with the relevant Tax Authorities for the procurement of various revenue items under the ADP scheme GS NO. 2941 for the establishment of Bhakkar Arts Council in Bhakkar city, Punjab. This procurement includes a comprehensive list of items: Furniture, Stage Curtains, Carpets, General items IT Equipment, Studio & Electronic Equipment, and Professional Sound & Lighting System, as well as a Cinema Screen including provision, installation, testing, commissioning, and training. Items being procured: - Furniture - Stage Curtains - Carpets - General items IT Equipment - Studio & Electronic Equipment - Professional Sound & Lighting System - Cinema Screen including provision, installation, testing, commissioning, and training The technical scope covers supply and installation at the Bhakkar Arts Council site, ensuring all equipment and materials meet the detailed specifications provided in the bidding documents. The project demands experienced suppliers familiar with professional sound and lighting systems and cinema screen installations. Bidders must be registered with FBR and possess relevant PEC categories if applicable. The bidding process follows the Punjab Procurement Rules 2014 (as amended) and will be conducted through the Punjab e-Procurement System (EPADS). Key dates include a pre-bid meeting on 2026-07-16 at 15:00 at Punjab Council of the Arts, Lahore. The deadline for submission of e-bids is 2026-07-31 at 13:00, with technical proposals opening the same day at 13:30. Bidders must submit a Bid Security equivalent to 5% of the estimated cost in the form of CDR, Bank Guarantee, Demand Draft, or Pay Order issued by a scheduled bank in Pakistan. The original Bid Security must be delivered in a sealed envelope before the bid opening session. A practical tip for bidders is to register early on the Punjab e-Procurement System and upload bids well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues or internet failures. Contact the EPADS Help Desk at Helpline 1248 for assistance.