Procurement of IT Equipment Under SMEDA Projects

The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) based in Lahore is procuring IT Equipment under its various projects including SME Sub Contracting Program, SME Credit Scoring, SME Certification, International Accreditation, and Quality Improvement Program for the financial year 2025-26. This procurement involves a comprehensive range of IT hardware including laptops with advanced processors, desktop PCs, external hard drives, USB sticks, printers, scanners, cordless telephones, LED displays, webcams, videography equipment, and room video conference systems. The equipment specifications are detailed and include onsite warranty for one year, ensuring quality and reliability. The technical scope covers delivery within six weeks of contract award, with onsite warranty and support. Bidders must be registered with the appropriate government authorities, possess valid NTN and GST registration, and be on the Active Taxpayers List of the FBR. They must also be authorized dealers or suppliers of the original manufacturers of the offered products. Submission of original Bid Security and compliance with SMEDA's Blacklisting Policy 2023 are mandatory. The procurement follows the Single Stage One Envelope (SSOE) method with Least Cost Selection. The deadline for electronic bid submission through EPADS is 1:00 PM on June 10, 2026, with bid opening at 1:30 PM the same day. Bidders should upload scanned copies of Bid Security with their bids and submit the original Bid Security to SMEDA prior to bid opening. The submission address is SMEDA, 4th Floor, Building No. 3, Aiwan-e-Iqbal Complex, Egerton Road, Lahore. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely submission of both electronic and original Bid Security documents to avoid disqualification. Also, carefully review the detailed technical specifications and eligibility criteria to prepare a compliant and competitive bid.