Establishment of WiFi Network at Civil Aviation Authority Karachi

The National Telecommunication Corporation (NTC) Karachi invites bids for the establishment of a WiFi network at the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) Karachi. This project involves the supply, installation, configuration, testing, and commissioning of WiFi network equipment including indoor Wi-Fi access points, manageable switches, wireless LAN controller with licenses, network racks, optical fiber cables, and related accessories as detailed in the Bill of Quantities (BoQ). The scope covers a comprehensive turnkey solution ensuring a fully functional WiFi network as per NTC and PTCL technical specifications. The technical scope includes installation of 23 indoor Wi-Fi access points compliant with WiFi 6 standards, multiple PoE switches, optical fiber cables, patch cords, and network racks. The contractor is responsible for transportation, packing, and ensuring all equipment is new and meets warranty requirements. The project completion timeline is 45 days from the date of go-ahead. The contractor must provide 24/7 technical support during the warranty period of 12 months. Eligibility criteria require bidders to have valid PEC registration in categories EE07 and EE08, registration with FBR and provincial tax authorities, and at least one similar WiFi network project experience in the last three years. Bidders must not be blacklisted and should have an established office in Pakistan with qualified telecom or electronics engineers. The tender closing date is **May 8, 2026 at 11:00 AM**, with bid opening at 11:30 AM the same day at NTC Regional Headquarters, Wireless Gate, near Malir Halt, Karachi. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS only; manual or late submissions will be rejected. Earnest money of **PKR 150,000** is required in the form of pay order or deposit at call, with original security delivered before the deadline. A practical tip for bidders: ensure all required documents including the filled BoQ, commercial compliance statement, valid bid security, and company profile are uploaded correctly on EPADS. Non-compliance or missing documents will lead to disqualification. Also, carefully review the technical specifications and provide all supporting data sheets to avoid technical rejection. This tender demands strict adherence to submission protocols and technical criteria to be considered responsive.