Design, Development, Deployment, Hosting and Managed Support of an Enterprise AI Assistant for SECP's Business Domains

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) invites bids for the procurement of goods related to the design, development, deployment, hosting and managed support of an Enterprise AI Assistant tailored for SECP's business domains. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and aims to enhance SECP's operational capabilities through advanced AI technology. Items being procured: - Design of Enterprise AI Assistant - Development of Enterprise AI Assistant - Deployment of Enterprise AI Assistant - Hosting of Enterprise AI Assistant - Managed Support for Enterprise AI Assistant The procurement process will be conducted using the Single Stage-Two Envelope method with Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) technique, in accordance with the Public Procurement Rules, 2004 and related regulations. Bidders must be registered on the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 to participate. Detailed bidding documents including terms, conditions, specifications, and requirements are available on EPADS at https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procure-ments/111775. All bids must be accompanied by a bid security as specified in the bidding documents. E-bids must be submitted through EPADS v2.0 by Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at 02:30 PM. The bids will be opened on the same day at 03:00 PM. Manual submissions will not be entertained. Interested bidders should ensure timely registration on EPADS and carefully follow the instructions provided. A tutorial for registration is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNW6T38v7tc. This opportunity is based in Islamabad, and bidders are advised to review all requirements thoroughly to ensure compliance. A practical tip for bidders is to complete their EPADS registration well in advance to avoid last-minute technical issues during submission.