Procurement of Horticulture Items Including Seeds, Plants, Pots, Insecticides, Weedicides, Nursery Items, Machinery Parts & Tools

The Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) Islamabad invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for the procurement of horticulture items for the financial year 2026-27. This procurement includes a comprehensive range of goods essential for horticultural activities and maintenance at the university's facilities. Items being procured: - Seeds - Plants - Pots - Insecticides - Weedicides - Nursery Items - Machinery Parts - Tools The procurement will be conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 using the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique under a Single Stage-One Envelope procedure in accordance with the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Bidders must ensure their bids are accompanied by the required Bid Security, which can be submitted as a Pay Order, Call Deposit, Demand Draft, or a bid securing declaration as specified in the bidding documents. All bidding documents, including detailed terms, conditions, and specifications, are available online at https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procurements/118495. Interested bidders must register on EPADS v2.0 to participate. Manual bid submissions will not be accepted. The bid submission deadline is Thursday, October 01, 2026, at 10:30 AM, with bid opening scheduled for the same day at 11:00 AM via EPADS. For assistance with registration, a tutorial is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNW6T38v7tc. Eligibility criteria include valid FBR and ATL registration and compliance with PEC requirements where applicable. Earnest Money must be submitted as per the bidding documents. The procurement is managed by the Directorate of Purchase & Stores at AIOU's Main Campus, Sector H-8/2, Islamabad. Bidders are advised to carefully review the bidding documents and ensure timely submission through the EPADS portal. Early registration and bid preparation are recommended to avoid last-minute issues. This procurement offers a valuable opportunity for suppliers specializing in horticulture and related machinery parts to engage with a reputable federal university.