Provision of MacBook Air M5 for COMSATS University Islamabad

COMSATS University Islamabad is procuring brand new MacBook Air M5 laptops specifically for its Islamabad campus. This procurement is aimed at enhancing the IT infrastructure of the university with high-performance Apple MacBook Air M5 models featuring a 15-inch LED-backlit IPS display, M5 chip with 10-core CPU and GPU, 24GB RAM, and 1TB SSD storage. The laptops come with essential accessories including a 40W USB-C power adapter, Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) Pro Cable, and USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter, all backed by a one-year official local warranty. The tender requires bidders to be registered firms or companies with valid Income Tax and Sales Tax registration, and must be on the Active Taxpayer List of FBR. Bidders must provide an authorized partner or dealership certificate from the principal brand and demonstrate professional experience by listing at least five executed contracts for laptops or notebooks over Rs. 8,000,000 each within the last five years. The procurement process follows the Single-Stage-Two-Envelopes method under PPRA rules, with bid security of Rs. 30,000 required in the form of Pay Order or Demand Draft. The closing date for submission is **May 07, 2026, 1100 hours**. Bids must be submitted electronically through EPADS, with the original bid security physically delivered to the Treasurer Department at COMSATS University Islamabad. Technical bids will be opened half an hour after closing time in the presence of bidders who choose to attend. The contact person for inquiries and submissions is Muhammad Qasim, Senior Program Officer, reachable at 051 9049 5060 or 0333 915 4790, and via email at m.qasim@comsats.edu.pk. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure strict compliance with the technical specifications and mandatory documents, especially the authorized dealership certificate and bid security submission. Non-compliance with any mandatory requirement will lead to disqualification. Also, submitting the bid security both electronically and physically on time is crucial to avoid rejection. This tender offers a significant opportunity for suppliers experienced in high-end IT equipment to engage with a reputable public sector educational institution.