Procurement and Installation of ELISA Reader for ALP-Project at National Agricultural Research Centre Islamabad

The National Agricultural Research Centre (NARC) Islamabad is procuring and installing an ELISA Reader for the ALP-Project focused on the Development of Immunochromatographic Strip for Pregnancy Detection in Buffalo. This procurement is managed by the Directorate of Procurement at NARC, Islamabad, and invites bids from firms registered with GST and Income Tax Department GOP, PPRA, and EPADS portal. The ELISA Reader required is a Thermo Fisher or equivalent model with specifications including a 96-Well Plate, 8-Position Filter Wheel with filters at 405nm, 450nm, and 620nm, wavelength range from 340 to 850nm, shaking and incubation up to 50°C, and fast measurement speeds. The warranty period is one year. Eligible bidders must be registered with FBR and ATL, possess relevant experience, and submit earnest money of Rs. 67,992 in the form of Bank Draft or Pay Order in favor of NARC Islamabad. The technical bid must include complete literature, brochures, catalogues, and warranty details. Bids must be submitted through the EPADS portal by 11:00 am on 2nd June 2026, with the opening of technical bids at 11:30 am the same day at NARC Islamabad. The bids will remain valid until 31st August 2026. Partial deliveries or payments are not allowed, and late delivery penalties of 0.2% per day will apply. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure that all documents, including non-blacklisting certificates and authorization certificates for quoted brands, are complete and submitted on time to avoid disqualification. Handwritten bids should be avoided, and prices must be quoted in Pakistani Rupees inclusive of GST where applicable. The procurement process follows PPRA rules, and the procuring agency reserves the right to reject any or all bids. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for suppliers specializing in medical equipment to engage with a prestigious government research institution in Islamabad.