Calibration of Machinery and Supply of Next Generation Firewall Solution

The National Institute of Health Islamabad, under the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulation & Coordination, invites bids from original manufacturers, authorized distributors, suppliers, and contractors registered with Income Tax and Sales Tax Departments. The procurement is for two main works for the fiscal year 2026-2027 at NIH Islamabad. Items being procured: - Calibration of Machinery/Equipment for NIH Islamabad - Supply, Installation, Configuration, and Commissioning of Enterprise-Grade Next Generation Firewall Solution for NIH Data Centre The calibration work involves precise adjustment and verification of laboratory and medical machinery to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards. The firewall solution includes advanced security features to protect the National Institute of Health's data infrastructure, requiring installation and commissioning at the NIH Data Centre. Bidders must be registered with PPRA EPADS portal version 2.0 and submit earnest money in the form of Bank Draft or Demand Draft to the Director Purchase & Procurement office before the closing time. The tender opening will be held in the Conference Room of NIH Islamabad in the presence of bidders who wish to attend. All firms must submit original CDRs in hard copy to the Director Purchase & Procurement office at NIH, Chak Shahzad, Park Road, Islamabad. Eligibility requires firms to be registered with Income Tax, Sales Tax Departments, and PPRA EPADS portal, with proven experience in relevant fields. The procurement follows a single stage single envelope system for calibration and a single two envelope system for the firewall solution. The last date for receipt of tenders is **10th August 2026 at 11:00 a.m.** with opening at 11:30 a.m. Bidders should ensure timely online submission on EPADS and physical submission of CDR to avoid disqualification. A practical tip: Carefully review the technical specifications for the firewall solution and calibration requirements in the bidding documents to ensure full compliance and avoid rejection during technical evaluation.