Procurement of Machinery and IT Related Items for Board of Secondary Education Karachi

This tender invites bids for the procurement of machinery and IT related items for the Board of Secondary Education Karachi, located in Karachi, Sindh. The procurement covers a wide range of equipment including branded Intel Core i7 machines, LED monitors, printers, scanners, UPS units, storage devices, air conditioners, network switches, smart screens, and various office appliances. The scope ensures the supply of high-quality, durable products with a mandatory one-year comprehensive warranty and after-sales service. The items are intended to support the Board's examination procedures and office operations efficiently. The procurement requires bidders to comply with detailed technical specifications and standards, ensuring all equipment is equivalent to or better than specified brand names such as Dell, HP, Ricoh, and others. The delivery site is the Board of Secondary Education Karachi office in Nazimabad. The procurement process follows the Single Stage One Envelope procedure, with bids to be submitted both online via the EPADS portal and in sealed hard copy. The contract includes installation, testing, and commissioning of the supplied items. Bidders must meet eligibility criteria including a minimum turnover of PKR 32 million over the last three years, registration with EPADS and FBR, and submission of bid security and tender fee. Compliance with PEC categories and FBR/ATL registration is advised to ensure eligibility. The bid validity period is 90 days, and performance security of 10% of the contract price is required from the successful bidder. The submission deadline is set for 16 March 2026 at 2:00 PM, with bid opening at 2:30 PM on the same day at the Board's office in Nazimabad, Karachi. Bidders should submit two copies of their bids along with an electronic copy on the EPADS portal. The office address for submission is Room No. 33, 1st Floor, Block-B, Board of Secondary Education, Nazimabad Karachi. Pro-Tip: Ensure to provide the Manufacturer's Authorization Certificate for branded products and prepare samples/specimens for demonstration as the lowest submitted price bidder must comply with this requirement to avoid disqualification. Also, carefully check the bid security and tender fee submission formats to avoid rejection on technical grounds.