This tender invites bids from well-established Pakistani firms for the supply of specialized lab equipment at the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (SCEE), National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), Islamabad. The procurement covers two main lots: Civil Engineering Lab Equipment and IT Lab Equipment. The equipment will support advanced academic and research activities, ensuring that the labs are equipped with the latest technology to meet educational standards in Islamabad. The tender documents provide detailed specifications for each lot, emphasizing quality and compliance with academic requirements. Bidders must register and submit their bids online through the EPADS portal, ensuring transparency and ease of access. The physical submission of the tender fee via Pay Order or Bank Draft is mandatory before the bid opening date. This process ensures that only serious and compliant firms participate, maintaining the integrity of the procurement. Interested bidders should note the importance of having active GST and Income Tax registration numbers. Compliance with PEC categories is not applicable here as this is a goods procurement. However, firms must ensure their FBR/ATL status is up to date for the financial year 2025-26 to avoid disqualification. This tender requires careful attention to the submission guidelines and fee payment to avoid rejection. The submission deadline is set for 04 February 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening scheduled at 11:30 AM the same day in the SCEE Conference Room at NUST H-12 Campus, Islamabad. Bidders are encouraged to attend the opening process to observe transparency. Any public holiday on the opening date will result in the bid opening being postponed to the next working day at the same time and venue. Pro-Tip: Make sure to double-check the tender document fee payment and upload all required documents correctly on EPADS. Missing the fee or incorrect submission format is a common reason for bid rejection. Also, keep an eye on the official PPRA and EPADS portals for any amendments or clarifications.