Provide and Supply Air Conditioners

The Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi, is procuring air conditioners to be supplied and installed at its Main Campus located in University Enclave, Karachi. This procurement is specifically for split wall-mounted inverter air conditioners with capacities of 1 ton, 1.5 tons, and 2 tons, all operating at 220 V, 50 Hz with R410 refrigerant and standard warranty. The tender requires suppliers to be tax-compliant manufacturers, dealers, distributors, or suppliers registered with relevant tax authorities and SPPRA EPADS. The technical scope includes providing 12 units of 1 ton, 10 units of 1.5 tons, and 15 units of 2 tons air conditioners, ensuring compliance with specifications and OEM warranty. Eligibility criteria include relevant experience of at least three years with purchase orders or contracts, minimum annual turnover of PKR 5 million over the last three years, active registration with Income Tax and Sales Tax departments, and having manufacturer or authorized distributor status with repair and maintenance facilities in Karachi. Bidders must submit a 2% bid security in the form of a pay order or demand draft in favor of IBA Karachi. The tender was published on **April 10, 2026**, and the closing date for submission is **April 24, 2026, at 3:00 PM**. Bids must be submitted online via the SPPRA EPADS portal, with original bid security and signed documents delivered to IBA Karachi before the bid opening at 3:30 PM on the same day. The delivery period is within 30 days of the Letter of Intent. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure all supporting documents, including technical data sheets and tax certificates, are uploaded correctly on the EPADS portal and that the original bid security is delivered timely to avoid disqualification. Also, bidders should prepare for possible physical inspection of the supplied units and be ready to provide a demo unit if requested by IBA. This tender offers a significant opportunity for suppliers with HVAC expertise and local presence in Karachi to engage with a prestigious academic institution.