This procurement opportunity is based in Karachi and issued by Karachi Metropolitan University for the purchase of items required by the Department of Community Medicine. The tender falls under the Medical & Surgical Supplies category, focusing on acquiring essential goods to support medical education and community health initiatives within the university. The scope involves supplying various medical items as detailed in the bill of quantities, to be delivered within 30 days of contract award. The procurement process follows the Single Stage-Two Envelopes Procedure, ensuring a transparent and competitive bidding environment. Bidders must be registered with FBR, GST, and SRB, and demonstrate financial strength with audited accounts and tax returns for the last three years. The technical bid requires detailed documentation including company profile, experience, and product specifications. Compliance with PEC categories is not explicitly mentioned, but bidders must be on the Active Taxpayer List and meet all FBR and ATL requirements for the fiscal year 2025-26. The bid security is set at 5% of the quoted bid price, and a non-refundable tender fee of PKR 3,000 is required. The bid validity period is 90 days, and performance security of 5% of the contract amount is mandatory upon award. Submission deadline is on the 26th of March, 2026, with bid opening scheduled the same day at 10:00 AM in the Board Room at the VC Secretariat, KMU Karachi. Bids must be submitted electronically via the EPADS portal; manual submissions are not accepted. The original tender fee and bid security instruments must reach the procuring agency before the deadline. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes all mandatory documents and the bid security in the correct form. Missing or incomplete documentation is a common cause for rejection. Also, verify your registration status on the Active Taxpayer List and double-check the EPADS portal for any amendments or clarifications before submission.