Up-gradation of Biometric Identification Systems for Passport Application at Directorate General Immigration & Passports Islamabad

This tender invites bids in Islamabad from the Directorate General Immigration and Passports for the up-gradation of biometric identification systems under the PSDP Project 2023, categorized under IT & Office Equipment. The scope includes supply, installation, integration, and testing of biometric IT equipment at DGIP Headquarters in Islamabad. The successful bidder must ensure all equipment is new, fully operational, and meets technical specifications. OEM consistency is required with a minimum five-year warranty and 24x7 support. The project demands delivery within 12 to 16 weeks, with onsite training and after-sales service. The tender follows a Single Stage Two Envelope procedure with both technical and financial proposals submitted electronically via EPADS. Bidders must be registered with FBR and ATL, hold valid NTN, GST, and SECP registrations, and provide proof of experience in similar IT projects. Compliance with ISO 27001:2022 and ISO 9001:2015 certifications is mandatory. A bid security of PKR 12 million is required, submitted physically before the deadline. The contract includes a 5% performance security and penalties for delays or non-compliance. Submission deadline is 3:00 PM on 6th April 2026, with bid opening at 3:30 PM the same day at DGIP Headquarters, G-8/1, Islamabad. Bidders must submit sealed bid security physically, while proposals are submitted electronically. The department reserves the right to reject any or all bids as per PPRA rules. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid security is submitted physically on time, as late or electronic submission of bid security is not accepted and leads to outright rejection. Also, carefully review Annexure-I for detailed technical specs and Annex-III for the company evaluation sheet to avoid disqualification.