Tender Details
Description / Scope of Work
Aror University of Art, Architecture, Design & Heritage, Sukkur invites electronic bids for the supply and installation of surveying laboratory and geotechnical engineering laboratory equipment under a Single Stage Two Envelope procedure. The procurement tender reference NIT/AUS/PC/2026/05 covers the complete supply and installation of specialized laboratory equipment required for academic and research purposes at the university campus located in Sukkur, Sindh. The estimated tender value is PKR 11,151,300, reflecting a significant investment in upgrading the institution's technical infrastructure and educational facilities.
Eligible bidders must be original manufacturers, authorized distributors, suppliers, contractors, or service providers registered with the Income Tax Department, Sales Tax Department, and Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) with demonstrable relevant experience in supplying and installing laboratory equipment. Interested bidders must submit a non-refundable tender fee of PKR 3,000 along with fixed bid security amounting to PKR 334,540 (3% of tender value) in the form of a pay order, bank draft, CDR, or Bank Guarantee payable to Aror University of Art, Architecture, Design and Heritage. Both documents must be submitted to the Procurement Officer before the submission deadline.
Electronic bidding documents containing detailed terms, conditions, specifications, and requirements are available for registered bidders on EPADS from July 30, 2026 to August 13, 2026 via https://portalsindh.eprocure.gov.pk and the university's official website. Electronic bids must be submitted through EPADS on or before August 13, 2026 up to 01:00 PM; manual bids will not be accepted. Electronic bids will be opened on the same day at 01:30 PM, with financial proposals evaluated only for technically qualified bidders. The Procuring Agency reserves the right to reject any or all bids in accordance with SPPRA Rules 2010 and PPRA Rules. Queries should be directed to procurement.officer@aror.edu.pk.
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This is a significant equipment procurement for academic laboratory infrastructure at a public university in Sindh. The PKR 11.15 million estimated value and specialized nature of surveying and geotechnical equipment suggests moderate-to-large scale project requiring proven technical capability and supplier credentials. The tight timeline (14 days document availability, same-day bid opening) and requirement for PEC registration indicate a formally structured procurement. Bidders must be prepared for post-award installation and commissioning obligations at an inland university location.
Who can bid: Bidders must be registered with Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), Income Tax Department, and Sales Tax Department with relevant experience in laboratory equipment supply and installation. Original manufacturers, authorized distributors, and established contractors are preferred. Typical requirements for such procurements include valid business registration (SECP or proprietorship), certified tax records, and demonstration of prior similar projects.