This tender invites bids for the procurement of laptops for NIPCONS at NUST H-12 Campus Islamabad, issued by the National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST). The category focuses on IT & Office Equipment, specifically business-class laptops with Core i5 13th Gen processors, 8 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD storage, and 15.6 inch FHD displays. The laptops must come with a one-year verifiable warranty and include essential ports such as HDMI and LAN. The procurement requires suppliers to submit bids through the E-PADS online portal using a single stage-single envelope procedure. Bidders must be registered with FBR, active on the tax payer list, and free from blacklisting or litigation. The technical and financial bids will be evaluated equally, with a minimum qualifying score of 70%. Delivery, installation, and commissioning are expected within one week of the purchase order. The tender emphasizes compliance with specifications and warranty coverage, ensuring quality and reliability for the university's operational needs. Bidders should ensure they meet PEC category requirements and maintain active FBR registration for the 2025-26 financial year. Affidavits on stamp paper confirming no blacklisting or litigation are mandatory. The bid security must be exactly 3% of the quoted value, and a 5% performance guarantee will be required upon award. Payment will be processed after applicable tax deductions as per government rules. The submission deadline is set for 27 February 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 11:30 AM on the same day in the P&LP Directorate Conference Room, Near NT Park, NUST H-12 Campus, Islamabad. Bidders or their representatives may attend the opening. All bids must be uploaded within the stipulated period via the EPADS portal. Pro-Tip: Make sure to carefully review the tender document for the exact bid security amount and ensure all required documents, including NTN, sales tax certificates, and affidavits, are properly attached. Missing or incomplete submissions are grounds for rejection, so double-check your bid before uploading.