Enhancement of Storage Capacity for QSAN Storage at DR Site

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) is procuring enhancement of storage capacity for the QSAN XS3312 storage system located at the Disaster Recovery (DR) site in Lahore. This procurement is specific to the SECP's Lahore office and aims to increase the total usable capacity by adding additional SAS drives to the existing storage array. The current configuration includes 12 SAS drives of 10 TB each, totaling 100 TB usable capacity, and the requirement is to enhance this capacity with the same model and specifications. The technical scope involves installation and configuration of the additional storage capacity on the existing QSAN XS3312 system at the DR site. The vendor must ensure compatibility with the existing storage solution, provide comprehensive warranty coverage, and complete the installation and configuration as per the technical specifications outlined in the tender documents. The supplier must be an authorized dealer or partner of the manufacturer and have a minimum of three years' relevant experience in storage business, supported by at least two work orders. Eligibility criteria include valid manufacturer authorization letters, geographical presence in Islamabad and Lahore, and compliance with all mandatory technical requirements. Bidders must be registered with the Federal Board of Revenue and appear on the Active Taxpayers List. The procurement follows the Single Stage Two Envelope Procedure under the Public Procurement Rules 2004. Key dates include the bid submission deadline at 14:30 hours on May 7, 2026, with bid opening at 15:00 hours the same day at the SECP office in Islamabad. Bids must be submitted exclusively through the e-Pak Acquisition & Disposal System (EPADS). The original bid security of Rs. 60,000 must be submitted before the closing time. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely submission of the original bid security to avoid disqualification, and to carefully review the manufacturer authorization and technical compliance documents to meet all MUST criteria. Familiarity with EPADS and early preparation of all required documents will facilitate smooth participation in this tender.