This tender issued by the Pakistan Software Export Board in Islamabad focuses on procuring advanced software and hardware infrastructure for semiconductor training labs under the National Semiconductor Human Resource Development Program (NSHRDP) Phase-I. The procurement covers Electronic Design Automation (EDA) software licenses and high-performance computing hardware to support integrated circuit design education and research. The scope includes turnkey delivery of EDA software tools with centralized licensing and on-premise server hosting, alongside hardware such as high-end servers, engineering workstations, laptops, networking equipment, and power backup systems. These resources will enable universities and research institutions in Islamabad to provide hands-on training in digital and analog chip design, verification, and system-on-chip workflows. The project demands strict compliance with technical specifications and timely delivery within 60 days for hardware and 15 days for software installation. Bidders must hold valid PEC categories and be active taxpayers with FBR registration. The tender requires submission of earnest money, manufacturer authorizations, and compliance with 2025-26 procurement regulations. Vendors should demonstrate prior experience in similar projects, including installation, configuration, and support of EDA environments and hardware infrastructure. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the E-Pads portal by the deadline of 28th April 2026 at 03:00 PM, with technical bids opened at 03:30 PM. The physical address for correspondence is Pakistan Software Export Board, 6th Floor New State Life Building, Blue Area, Islamabad. The tender follows a single stage two envelope procedure with separate technical and financial proposals. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes all mandatory documents such as manufacturer authorization letters and earnest money instruments to avoid disqualification. Also, carefully review the technical compliance sheets to meet the 100% specification requirements, as partial bids will be rejected.