Purchase of Scientific Equipment for ICCBS Karachi

The International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS) at the University of Karachi invites sealed tenders from EPADS Vendors/Suppliers registered with the Sindh Revenue Board and income tax department through the EPADS (E-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System) portal for the purchase of scientific equipment. This procurement supports the project titled Up-gradation/Operation of CPQL and FPTRL at the Department of Plant Protection, Karachi by HEJRC, ICCBS. Items being procured: - Scientific Equipment (specific items not detailed in the notice). The procurement will be conducted on a FOR basis using a Single Stage One Envelope procedure. Bidders must submit signed and stamped bidding documents along with earnest money through EPADS as per the tender schedule. The tender fee is Rs. 1,000 (non-refundable), payable to the International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences Tender Account at United Bank Limited Account No. 1146-291497301. Earnest money equivalent to 2% of the estimated bid value must be submitted via Pay Order in favor of the same account at the ICCBS Purchase Office. Tender issuance starts on 26 October 2026 and closes on 9 November 2026. Tender submission and opening will be on 10 November 2026 at 11:30 AM and 12:00 Noon respectively, both through EPADS. Interested bidders should ensure compliance with all registration and earnest money requirements. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully prepare their bids on the EPADS platform and ensure the original Pay Order for earnest money reaches the ICCBS Purchase Department before the deadline to avoid disqualification. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for suppliers of scientific instruments to contribute to advanced research infrastructure at ICCBS Karachi.