Procurement of Quantum Hardware Equipment for Emerging Technologies Lab Islamabad

Emerging Technologies Lab Islamabad under the Ministry of Defence invites bids for procurement of advanced Quantum Hardware Equipment in Electronics & Appliances and IT & Office Equipment categories. This tender is based in Islamabad Capital Territory and targets firms registered with FBR and ATL. The scope includes supply, delivery, installation, configuration, and testing of specialized quantum hardware components such as polarization-maintaining couplers, photodetectors, phase modulators, fiber optic components, and related accessories. The equipment will be installed at the Emerging Technologies Lab premises in Islamabad. Vendors must ensure compliance with technical specifications and provide user manuals, training, and onsite support with a one-year warranty. The project demands precision and adherence to delivery timelines within 30 days of purchase order issuance. Bidders should be registered with SECP, possess valid NTN and sales tax registration, and be on FBR's Active Taxpayer List. Affidavits confirming non-blacklisting and security clearances are mandatory. The tender requires a bid security of 2% of the bid value. Compliance with PEC categories and FBR/ATL status is essential for eligibility. Prices must be quoted in PKR and remain valid for 120 days. The procurement follows PPRA rules with a single stage two envelope bidding procedure. Submission deadline is **16 Mar 2026, 1030 hrs** with technical bids opening at **1100 hrs** the same day at Emerging Technologies Lab, Office No. 107, 1st Floor, Evacuee Trust Complex, F-5/1, Agha Khan Road, Islamabad. Bids must be submitted online via EPADS and physically delivered in sealed envelopes. Financial bids will be opened later on **26 Mar 2026, 1100 hrs**. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes all mandatory documents such as NTN, ATL certificates, OEM authorizations, and a valid bid bond. Missing any of these can lead to immediate disqualification. Also, check carefully for the required stamp duty and affidavit on non-blacklisting to avoid common pitfalls.