Purchase of Lab Equipment for Deptt. of Biological Sciences

The International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) invites sealed bids for the Purchase of Lab Equipment for the Department of Biological Sciences at its Islamabad Campus. 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 platform. Bidders must be registered on EPADS v2.0 to participate and submit their bids electronically before the deadline of Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 10:30 AM. Manual submissions will not be accepted. Items being procured: - Refrigerated Centrifuge (Qty: 1) - Laboratory Incubator (Forced air or mechanical convection, Qty: 1) - Water Bath (Qty: 1) - Vertical Pressure Steam Sterilizer Autoclave (Qty: 1) - Benchtop pH Meter (Qty: 1) The technical specifications include advanced features such as microprocessor control, temperature accuracy, and safety mechanisms for the centrifuge; temperature range and digital controls for the incubator; stable temperature control and corrosion-resistant materials for the water bath; fully stainless steel structure and automatic functions for the autoclave; and a 6.5-inch LED screen with Bluetooth printing for the pH meter. Installation, after-sales support, and warranty services are required for all items. Eligible bidders must comply with PEC registration requirements, be registered with FBR/ATL, and provide bid security as specified. The bidding process follows the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique. The bid security must be submitted physically before the deadline to the Assistant Director Office #213, 2nd Floor, Admin Block, New Campus, Sector H-10, Islamabad Capital Territory. Bids will be opened on the same day at 11:00 AM via EPADS v2.0. Interested bidders should ensure compliance with all bidding document requirements and submit bids timely. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully review the technical specifications and ensure all required documents, including bid security and dealer authorization, are complete to avoid disqualification. This procurement offers a valuable opportunity for suppliers to provide high-quality laboratory equipment to a prestigious academic institution in Islamabad, with transparent and regulated bidding procedures.