Purchase of Capital Items for HRDD Gujranwala Zone

The State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan (SLIC), Gujranwala Zone, invites eligible bidders to participate in the procurement of capital items for the Human Resource Development Department (HRDD) in Gujranwala. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and will be conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 using the Single Stage One Envelope method with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique. Items being procured: - Split Unit Air Conditioner 1.5 Ton (2 units) - Hot Water Dispenser (1 unit) - Laser Printer (1 unit) - Vanishing Vertical Blinds (4 units) - Sound Assistive Listening System (1 unit) - Class Room Arm Chairs (20 units) The technical specifications include inverter type air conditioners with energy efficiency, premium glass door water dispensers with child safety lock, HP LaserJet 108a or equivalent laser printers, quality fabric vertical blinds, Audionic Sound System Mehfil MH-740 or equivalent, and solid sheesham wood arm chairs with molty foam cushions. Delivery location is State Life Building, G.T. Road, Gujranwala, with a delivery period of 15 days after supply order. Bidders must be registered on EPADS v2.0 and submit bids electronically before the deadline. Bid security in the form of Pay Order or Call Deposit is required to be submitted physically before the deadline at the State Life Building, Gujranwala. The bids will be opened on the same day at 11:00 AM via EPADS. Eligibility criteria include valid PEC category, FBR/ATL registration, and compliance with bid security requirements. The procuring agency reserves the right to reject all bids and to increase or decrease quantities by up to 15% without changing unit prices. A performance guarantee of 2% of the contract price is required from the successful bidder. Inspection and testing will be conducted prior to delivery and after installation. The contract will be governed by the laws of Pakistan. Bidders are advised to carefully review the bidding documents and ensure timely submission through EPADS. One practical tip is to ensure all bid documents and bid security are submitted correctly and on time to avoid disqualification. For any clarifications, bidders may attend the pre-bid meeting scheduled on October 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the State Life Building, Gujranwala. This procurement offers a valuable opportunity for suppliers of quality capital items to serve a reputable government insurance corporation in Punjab with clear terms and a transparent bidding process.