Purchase of Small Form Factor Tower Desktop Computer System for NADRA Islamabad

This tender invites bids for the supply, delivery, installation, and configuration of Small Form Factor Tower Desktop Computer Systems for NADRA Islamabad. The procurement aims to replace outdated units in the CNIC Production Mailing Section with upgraded systems that meet high-performance standards, ensuring enhanced processing speed and uninterrupted functionality. The scope includes turnkey solutions with OEM or authorized supplier certification, covering seven units with specifications including 13th Generation Intel Core i5 processors, 16 GB DDR5 RAM, 256 GB SSD storage, and Windows 11 Professional OEM pre-installed. The delivery timeline is 8-10 weeks to NADRA Store Department, G-9 Islamabad. Bidders must comply with mandatory eligibility and qualification criteria including valid NTN, GST registration, active ATL status, non-blacklisting, and submission of bid security of Rs. 40,000. The technical evaluation requires compliance with detailed specifications and warranty/service for one year. Payment terms specify 100% payment after delivery and successful quality check upon submission of required documents including delivery challan, invoice, and warranty certificates. The tender follows the Single Stage Two Envelope procedure with electronic bid submission via EPADS portal by 16th March 2026 at 11:00 am. Bid opening will be held publicly on the same day at 11:30 am at NADRA HQ Islamabad. Performance security of 10% of contract price is required in the form of bank guarantee valid through the warranty period. Liquidated damages of 0.1% per day up to 10% of delayed item value apply for late delivery. Bidders are advised to ensure PEC category compliance, valid FBR/ATL status, and to prepare earnest money in the form of cashier's or certified cheque or bank guarantee. Submission must be in English and include all required documentation. The physical address for submission and opening is Procurement Department, HQ, NADRA Building, Shahrah-e-Jamhuriat, Sector G-5/2, Islamabad. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the technical specifications and ensure all mandatory eligibility documents and bid security are included to avoid disqualification. Also, confirm the bid security hard copy submission deadline to ensure electronic bids are accepted. Check for any updates on the EPADS portal before submission.