Procurement of IT Items for CIPS NUST H-12 Campus Islamabad

The National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), located at H-12 Campus Islamabad, is procuring a comprehensive range of IT items specifically for its Centre for International Peace and Stability (CIPS). This procurement includes batteries for UPS systems, HP LaserJet printers with duplex printing, high-performance laptops with Core i7 14th Gen processors, slide changers, green laser pointers, HDMI cables of various lengths, and Cat 6 I/O ports. The scope covers delivery, installation, and commissioning within 4 to 6 weeks as per the purchase order. The procurement is aimed at enhancing the IT infrastructure at NUST Islamabad, ensuring reliable and efficient equipment for academic and administrative use. Bidders must be registered with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for sales and income tax, be active on the tax payer list, and must not be blacklisted or involved in litigation, supported by affidavits on stamp paper. The technical bid requires detailed specifications and compliance documents, including OEM authorization and proof of past similar supplies within the last two years. The bid security must be exactly 3% of the total quoted value, submitted as a pay order or bank draft in favor of NUST Islamabad. The evaluation will be based on a comprehensive criteria including technical compliance, firm capacity, past experience, financial standing, and quality certifications, with a minimum qualifying score of 70%. The deadline for electronic bid submission through the E-PADS system is 06 May 2026 before 1100 hrs, with bid opening at 1130 hrs on the same day at the P&LP Directorate Conference Room, NUST H-12 Campus. Bidders must also submit a hard copy of the bid at the time of opening. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure all documents are complete and clearly totaled in PKR to avoid rejection for ambiguity or incompleteness. Additionally, bidders should prepare for a 5% performance guarantee post-award and ensure their bids remain valid for at least 90 days. Strict adherence to the specifications and timely submission will enhance chances of success in this competitive procurement.