Purchasing of Laboratory Consumables at Karachi Institute of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering

The Karachi Institute of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (KIBGE), University of Karachi, is procuring laboratory consumables to support its ongoing research activities in biological sciences. This procurement is specific to Karachi and involves a comprehensive range of laboratory glassware and consumables including micropipettes, PCR strips, microtubes, Falcon tubes, pipette tips, vacutainers, disposable gloves, conical flasks, graduated cylinders, petri plates, test tubes, screw capped bottles, round bottom flasks, beakers, storage boxes, bacterial storage beads, and sealing films. The scope requires all items to be new, unused, and free from manufacturing defects, sourced directly from manufacturers or authorized distributors with original packaging and labels. The supplier must ensure compliance with international quality standards and provide adequate packaging to prevent damage during transit. Partial deliveries are acceptable with prior notification and agreement. The delivery location is KIBGE, University of Karachi, with a completion timeline of 3-4 weeks from the award letter. Eligible bidders must have relevant experience of at least three years, a minimum average turnover of PKR 10 million over the last three years, and valid registration with FBR and SRB. Submission of bids through the Sindh Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (SPPRA) Electronic Procurement and Disposal System (EPADS) is mandatory, along with a 2% earnest money deposit in the form of a pay order. The tender fee is PKR 3,000 non-refundable. Bids must be submitted by May 21, 2026, at 03:30 PM, with opening at 04:00 PM on the same day at KIBGE Karachi. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure meticulous completion of the tender form, signing and stamping every page, and submitting all required supporting documents to avoid disqualification. Also, original bid security pay orders must be physically submitted to the tender box at KIBGE alongside the electronic bid submission. This dual submission is critical for bid validity and evaluation.