Procurement of Laptops and Desktops with Windows-11 and MS Office License

The House Building Finance Company Limited Karachi invites bids for the procurement of laptops and desktops equipped with Windows-11 and MS Office licenses. This procurement is aimed at upgrading the IT infrastructure to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance with modern software standards. Items being procured: - Laptops with Windows-11 and MS Office license - Desktops with Windows-11 and MS Office license The technical scope includes supplying fully licensed Windows-11 operating systems and Microsoft Office software pre-installed on all devices. Bidders must ensure the hardware meets the specifications detailed in the bidding documents available on the EPADS v2.0 platform. The procurement process follows the Single Stage-Two Envelope Procedure as per Public Procurement Rules 2004. Eligible bidders should be registered with FBR and ATL, and have relevant experience in supplying IT equipment to government or semi-government organizations. The bidding documents, including detailed BoQ and eligibility criteria, can be downloaded free of cost from the E-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) portal and the HBFC website. The submission deadline is 20 August 2026 at 11:00 am. Bids must be submitted electronically through the PPRA EPADS portal. The original bid security in the form of a Pay Order or Bank Draft in favor of HBFC must be submitted in hard copy sealed envelope by the deadline. Bidders are advised to carefully review the bid security requirements and ensure timely submission to avoid disqualification. A practical tip for bidders is to thoroughly check the compatibility of hardware with Windows-11 and MS Office licenses as per the specifications in the bidding documents. Early preparation of bid security and electronic submission will help avoid last-minute technical issues.