Supply of Electric Vehicles (EV Buses) with Charging Station Including Installation, Commissioning & Training

Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), Islamabad invites bids for the supply of Electric Vehicles (EV Buses) along with a Charging Station including installation, commissioning, and training. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026/27 and funded accordingly. The bidding process is conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition & Disposal System (e-PADS V2.0) and is open to eligible suppliers registered with Income Tax and Sales Tax Departments, listed on the Active Taxpayers List of the Federal Board of Revenue, and registered on e-PADS. Items being procured: - Electric Vehicles (EV Buses) - Charging Station - Installation services - Commissioning services - Training services The procurement follows the Single Stage-Two Envelope procedure adopting Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) in line with Public Procurement Rules 2026. Bidders must provide a Bid Security in the name of Treasurer, Allama Iqbal Open University, as specified in the bidding documents. The scanned Bid Security must be uploaded on e-PADS, and the hardcopy submitted physically as instructed. The e-bidding documents containing detailed terms, conditions, specifications, and requirements are available on the e-PADS portal at https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procurements/119857. Bids must be submitted electronically via e-PADS V2.0 by Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 10:30 AM. Bid opening will occur the same day at 11:00 AM. Manual submissions are not accepted. Vendors not registered on EPADS v2.0 may register at https://vendors.epads.gov.pk/. A tutorial for registration is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNW6T38v7tc. This tender is a valuable opportunity for suppliers experienced in electric vehicle technology and charging infrastructure. Ensure timely registration on e-PADS and prepare your bid security documents carefully to avoid disqualification. The procurement is based in Islamabad, and all communications and submissions are handled electronically through the official portal. For further details, visit the PPRA website at www.ppra.org.pk and AIOU tender notices at www.aiou.edu.pk/tender-notices.