Purchase of Items for Department of Anatomy at Karachi Metropolitan University

This tender invites bids for the procurement of items required by the Department of Anatomy at Karachi Metropolitan University, Karachi. The procurement falls under the Medical & Surgical Supplies category, targeting specialized equipment and materials essential for academic and research purposes in the anatomy department. The university seeks reputable firms, manufacturers, authorized dealers, and distributors registered with relevant tax authorities and listed on the active taxpayer list. The procurement process follows the Single Stage-Two Envelopes Procedure as per Sindh Public Procurement Rules 2010, amended to date. The scope includes supply and installation of required items within 30 days of contract award. Bidders must ensure compliance with technical specifications and provide detailed documentation including catalogues, brochures, and manufacturer authorization. The delivery location is Karachi Metropolitan University, Karachi. The procurement demands financial robustness, with bidders required to have an average turnover of at least twice the estimated cost over the last three years, supported by audited accounts. Experience in similar projects, especially with universities or public sector organizations, is highly preferred. Bidders must be registered with FBR, GST, and SRB, and submit valid income tax returns for the last three years. The bid security is 5% of the quoted bid price, and the bid validity period is 90 days. The tender requires submission of electronic bids through the EPADS portal only; manual bids will not be accepted. The bid opening will be held at the Board Room, VC Secretariat, KMU Karachi. The successful bidder must provide a 5% performance security and comply with all terms including warranty and delivery timelines. Submission deadline is on the 26th of March, 2026, with bid opening scheduled the same day. The physical address for submission of original tender fee and bid security instruments is the Office of the Registrar, Karachi Metropolitan University, Karachi. Bidders should ensure all documents are signed, stamped, and complete to avoid rejection. Conditional bids, late submissions, or bids without required earnest money will be rejected. Pro-Tip: Make sure to carefully review the technical bid completeness and ensure all required documents, including manufacturer authorization and audited financial statements, are included. Missing or incomplete documentation is a common cause for disqualification. Also, verify the exact stamp duty requirements and ensure timely submission of original bid security instruments to avoid disqualification.