Supply of Silver Metal Pure and Other Necessary Items for Indelible Ink Project at PCSIR Laboratories Complex Karachi

The Pakistan Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (PCSIR) invites bids for the supply of Silver Metal Pure and other necessary items under the Indelible Ink Project to be delivered at PCSIR Laboratories Complex, Karachi. This procurement is specifically for the financial year 2026 and involves a comprehensive list of materials including high purity silver metal, crystal violet dye, ethanol, packaging materials such as small boxes, plywood, wooden planks, master cartons, plastic vials with caps and washers, and specialized HPLC accessories. The silver metal must have a purity of not less than 999 finesse and be in granular form with no recycled material. The purity of supplied items will be tested at PCSIR Laboratories Complex before acceptance. The scope covers supply on a FOR basis with delivery expected within 120 days. Bidders must be registered with FBR and ATL, and demonstrate relevant experience and capacity to supply high-quality scientific and industrial materials. Joint ventures are allowed with a maximum of three members. Earnest money in the form of CDR is mandatory and must accompany the bid. Technical bids will be evaluated on compliance with detailed specifications and administrative criteria including company profile, previous contracts, and staff expertise. Financial bids will be opened only for technically responsive bidders. Submission of bids is through the EPAD system at www.eprocurement.gov.pk, with hard copies and CDR also required before the deadline. The submission deadline is 20th May 2026 at 11:00 AM at PCSIR Head Office Islamabad. Bidders are advised to carefully prepare their technical and financial proposals, ensuring all required documents and samples are included. A practical tip for bidders is to provide clear and complete technical specifications and samples as per PCSIR requirements to avoid disqualification during technical evaluation. Strict adherence to bid security and submission procedures will safeguard against bid rejection. This tender offers a significant opportunity for suppliers specializing in scientific materials and laboratory consumables to engage with a reputable government research institution in Karachi.