Procurement of Photocopier for Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design Lahore

This tender invites bids for the procurement of a high-performance photocopier for the Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design (PIFD) located in Lahore. The procurement falls under the IT & Office Equipment category and is managed by the Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design (PIFD). The photocopier must meet detailed technical specifications including print speed, resolution, memory, and connectivity features suitable for a busy academic environment. The scope includes supply, installation, and one-year on-site warranty with comprehensive maintenance and operator training. The device must be brand new, compliant with specifications, and supported by a local service office in Lahore. The bidder must ensure availability of spare parts for at least five years and provide prompt onsite defect resolution within 24 hours. Bidders should be registered with NTN and GST authorities, have a minimum of 10 years business experience, and be authorized OEM distributors or dealers. Compliance with PEC categories is not applicable here, but bidders must be active taxpayers with valid FBR/ATL status for the 2025-26 financial year. The bid validity is 90 days, and the performance guarantee is 5% of the contract value. The submission deadline is set for 27th March 2026 at 11:00 AM, with technical bids opening at 11:30 AM on the same day. Bids must be submitted online via EPADS and a hard copy delivered to the Secretary Tender Committee at PIFD, 51 J/III Block, Johar Town, Lahore. Late or incomplete bids will be rejected. Pro-Tip: Ensure the bid includes the original Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) for earnest money and that all mandatory documents are complete and signed. Missing documents or conditional offers lead to outright rejection. Also, verify the tender fee deposit evidence is enclosed with the technical proposal to avoid disqualification.