Procurement of Additional Compute Resources for Database Monitoring Solution with Storage Support Renewal and SAN Switches POD Licenses

The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA), Ministry of Interior & Narcotics Control, Government of Pakistan, Islamabad, invites sealed electronic bids from eligible bidders registered with Income Tax and Sales Tax authorities and active on the FBR's Active Taxpayers List (ATL). The procurement involves additional compute resources for a database monitoring solution along with storage support renewal and SAN switches POD licenses. Items being procured: - Additional Compute Resources for Database Monitoring Solution - Storage Support Renewal - SAN Switches POD Licenses The procurement will follow the Single Stage Two Envelope method with evaluation based on the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) in accordance with the Public Procurement Rules, 2004, and related regulations and guidelines issued by NADRA. Bidders must submit a bid security in the form of a Bank Draft, Pay Order, or Bank Guarantee. The e-bidding documents containing detailed terms, conditions, specifications, and requirements are available on the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) at https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procurements/119668. Interested bidders must register on EPADS v2.0 to participate. The e-bids must be submitted through EPADS v2.0 on or before Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Bids will be opened on the same day at 11:30 AM. Manual submission of bids will not be entertained. NADRA reserves the right to reject any or all bids as per Rule 33 of the Public Procurement Rules 2004. Bidders are advised to ensure timely submission and be aware that NADRA is not responsible for any technical issues related to the EPADS platform. Bidders should ensure compliance with all registration and eligibility criteria, including valid PEC category if applicable, and maintain earnest money as required. This tender offers a valuable opportunity to supply critical IT infrastructure components to a premier government authority. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully review the e-bidding documents on EPADS and complete registration well in advance to avoid last-minute technical difficulties.