Procurement of IT Equipment and Internet Facilitation for Law Faculty at University of Turbat

The University of Turbat, located in Turbat, Balochistan, is inviting bids for the procurement of IT equipment and internet facilitation specifically for the Law Faculty. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and aims to enhance the technological infrastructure of the faculty to support academic and administrative functions effectively. Items being procured: - Interactive board (1 unit) - NAS storage device (1 unit) - 2.5-inch SAS Hard Drive (1.2 TB) (6 units) - Fiber Optic Splicing Machine with Tool Kit (1 unit) - Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) Machine (1 unit) - Desktop computer, all in one (30 units) - Wiring of Cat-6 (23 AWG) in conduit/channel with accessories (3000 ft) - Installation of Indoor & Outdoor Access Points (22 units) - 48 Port Loaded Patch Panel, 2U with 48 I/O Ports (4 units) - Patch Panel 24 Port loaded (1 unit) - Cable Manager Datacom cross connect system and accessories (5 units x 2) - 8-Port Power Distribution Unit (PDU) with Surge Protection (6 units) - Cat-6 Patch Cord (5 Meter) (60 units) - Dressing, Tagging and Fixing of LAN Ports in 48-Port Patch Panel (60 ports) - Installation of Radio Wire and LAN Ports with proper laying in 42U Rack (1 job) - PVC Cable Channel/Patti, Clips, Cable Ties, Flexible Pipe and Accessories (3000 meters) - 4-Core Aerial Fiber Optic Cable (400 meters) - Multi-Gang Electrical Switch and Socket with Box 13A (10 units) The technical scope includes supply, installation, testing, commissioning, and training where applicable. The interactive board features an 86-inch UHD display with multi-touch and integrated Android OS. The NAS storage is a rack-mounted enterprise solution compatible with existing infrastructure. Fiber optic equipment includes splicing and testing machines with warranties. Desktop computers are business-class with 13th Gen Intel i7 processors and 3-year warranty. Network infrastructure involves Cat-6 cabling, patch panels, power distribution units, and wireless access points with installation and commissioning services. Eligibility criteria require bidders to have valid company registration, FBR and GST registration, active tax payer status, and experience in similar supplies especially in higher education institutions and Balochistan region. Authorized dealership or OEM authorization is mandatory. Technical staff with relevant IT certifications and after-sale support are evaluated. Warranty periods of 1 to 5 years are specified depending on the item. The bid submission deadline is **Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM** via EPADS v2.0 platform only. Hard copies of bid security must be submitted physically at the University of Turbat office before the deadline. Bids will be opened on the same day at 11:30 AM. The procurement method is National Single Stage-Two Envelope using Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS). A practical tip for bidders: Ensure full registration on EPADS v2.0 well in advance and prepare all eligibility documents including dealership authorizations and technical compliance sheets meticulously. Late or incomplete submissions will be disqualified. Also, carefully review the detailed technical specifications and warranty requirements to avoid disqualification during technical evaluation. This tender offers a significant opportunity for suppliers specializing in IT infrastructure and networking solutions to contribute to the development of higher education facilities in Balochistan.