Tender Details
Description / Scope of Work
Lahore University of Management Sciences is procuring optical laboratory equipment for Phase 1 establishment of a laboratory dedicated to quantum processors. This is a goods procurement conducted on a national basis using a single-stage two-envelope bidding methodology. The procurement is for specialized optical equipment required to support quantum processor research and development initiatives at LUMS, located in Lahore, Punjab. The tender encompasses multiple items and lots with associated specifications and technical requirements detailed in the bidding document.
Bidders must meet specified eligibility criteria and provide required documentation to demonstrate technical and financial capacity. A bid securing declaration is required from all participating bidders. The procurement process follows standard conditions of contract with additional special conditions applicable to this specific engagement. Bidders are required to submit integrity pacts and performance guarantee forms as part of their bid submission.
Bid documents are available from the procurement team at LUMS. Submissions must be made according to the specified deadline and procedures outlined in the instructions to bidders. The bid opening and evaluation will follow the two-envelope system where technical and financial proposals are separated. Interested bidders should contact the LUMS procurement team at Opposite Sector U DHA, Cantonment, Lahore, or via email at ayaz.zulfiqar@lums.edu.pk for clarifications and document procurement details.
For Bidders: Our Analysis PAKISTANTENDER INSIGHT
Independent analysis by PakistanTender — not part of the official notice. Always confirm details against the original tender document.
LUMS is acquiring specialized optical equipment for quantum processor laboratory development—a niche, research-grade procurement unlikely to attract general contractors.
The closing date of October 1, 2026 allows reasonable lead time. Key challenge: bidders must demonstrate technical expertise in optical/quantum laboratory systems and financial stability. This appears to be a one-off Phase 1 procurement; future phases likely depend on satisfactory delivery and LUMS budget cycles.
Who can bid: The notice does not specify sector or registration restrictions. Typically, suppliers of specialized laboratory equipment must be registered with SECP (if Pakistani entity) or provide equivalent corporate registration, hold valid NTN, and possess technical credentials or manufacturer authorization. Foreign bidders typically require Pakistan-based representation.