Supply, Installation, Configuration, Commissioning, and Testing of Lab Equipment

The Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences And Technology GIKI, located in Swabi, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, is procuring advanced laboratory equipment including a Multichannel Dielectric Tester+Impedance Analyzer and a Small Ion Sputter Coater for SEM sample preparation. This procurement covers supply, installation, configuration, commissioning, and testing of the lab equipment to enhance research capabilities at the institute. The technical scope includes equipment capable of precise dielectric measurements at high temperatures and frequencies, and a sputter coater for thin conductive metallic coatings on SEM samples. The equipment must meet detailed specifications such as temperature-controlled furnaces, software licenses, and vacuum systems. Warranty and after-sales services for a minimum of two years are required. Eligible bidders must be manufacturers or authorized agents with proven experience in supplying similar scientific laboratory equipment within the last five years. Registration with FBR and inclusion on the Active Taxpayers List is mandatory. Bidders should demonstrate financial soundness and technical expertise, supported by relevant documentation. The bid submission deadline is Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 3:00 PM via the EPADS v2.0 system. Hard copies of bid security must be submitted physically to the Assistant Director at GIKI, Room F-12, First Floor Admin Block, Swabi. Bidders are advised to carefully prepare their technical and financial bids, ensuring compliance with all requirements and timely submission. A practical tip for bidders is to register early on the EPADS platform and thoroughly review the bidding documents to avoid disqualification due to incomplete submissions or failure to meet technical criteria. Ensuring a complete bid with all required documents and bid security will enhance chances of success in this QCBS procurement process.