This tender invites bids for the procurement of specialized tools and consumables required for the Mechanical Engineering Department laboratories at National University of Technology (NUTECH), Islamabad. The procurement includes a wide range of precision cutting tools such as solid carbide end mills, ball nose end mills, thread milling cutters, drill bits, vernier callipers, pressure regulators, and other essential mechanical engineering lab equipment. These items are critical for supporting the academic and research activities of the department, ensuring that students and faculty have access to high-quality, reliable tools for practical and experimental work. The procurement is based on FOR delivery terms to NUTECH Islamabad, with a delivery period of 30 days from contract signing. The tools must meet OEM standards with full technical specifications, including brand names, model numbers, country of origin, and warranty details. The tender requires submission of bids through the EPADS online portal, accompanied by an original Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) of Rs 52,000 as bid security. The procurement method is Single Stage Single Envelope, ensuring a streamlined evaluation process. Bidders must comply with PEC registration requirements and be active taxpayers with valid FBR registration. The tender emphasizes adherence to the 2025-26 fiscal year regulations, including submission of all required annexures, OEM certificates, and non-blacklisting declarations. Firms must provide a 90-day validity period for their offers and ensure all documents are complete and signed. The bid security will be forfeited in case of withdrawal or non-performance. The submission deadline is set for 16 March 2026, with technical bids opening at 1100 hours and financial bids at 1130 hours on the same day. Bidders must submit their original CDRs to the Supply Chain Management Office at NUTECH, Kernel Sher Khan Shaheed Road, Sector I-12, Islamabad. All bids must be uploaded on EPADS before the closing time. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes all required annexures and OEM authorization certificates as per the tender format. Missing or incomplete documentation is a common cause of disqualification. Also, double-check the CDR amount and submission deadlines to avoid rejection.