This tender invites qualified firms in Karachi to provide specialized Data Center Infrastructure support staff for the State Life Insurance Corporation's Data Center. The contract covers hiring a Data Center Infrastructure Specialist, Support Assistant, and Support Technicians to maintain and optimize the data center located at the 4th Floor, IT Division, State Life Building No.9, Dr. Ziauddin Ahmed Road, Karachi. The scope includes 24/7/365 operations management, preventive and corrective maintenance, power and cooling optimization, security compliance, and incident management. The work demands experienced personnel with certifications such as CDCP and relevant degrees in computer sciences or engineering. The specialist will oversee facility management, server room and rack management, and coordinate with vendors and IT teams. Support assistants and technicians will handle daily operational support, equipment handling, routine maintenance, and first-level troubleshooting. The contract requires adherence to government minimum wages and labor laws, with a fixed one-year term extendable for two additional years based on performance. Bidders must be registered with FBR, SECP, and PPRA for e-procurement, and submit bids through the EPADS system. The tender requires a bid bond of PKR 100,000 and a 3% performance guarantee. Firms must demonstrate technical capability, financial standing, and relevant experience. The evaluation includes a combined technical and financial scoring system, with a minimum 60% technical score required to qualify. Submission deadline is on the 5th of March 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 11:30 AM at the Central Procurement Division, 11th Floor, State Life Building No. 11, Abdullah Haroon Road, Karachi. Bids must be submitted via the EPADS online portal, and bid security must be delivered physically before closing time. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes all required certifications and financial documents, and double-check the EPADS submission to avoid disqualification. Also, confirm the bid bond is issued by a scheduled bank and valid for 120 days to meet tender requirements.