Procurement of Fleet Bidder and Place Scanner for EPADS v2.0

Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) invites sealed bids from eligible vendors for the procurement of Fleet Bidder and Place Scanner for the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0. This procurement will be conducted under the Single Stage-One Envelope procedure using Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) as per the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. The project aims to enhance the digital procurement and disposal process through the deployment of advanced scanning and bidding solutions. Items being procured: - Fleet Bidder for EPADS v2.0 (quantity not specified) - Place Scanner for EPADS v2.0 (quantity not specified) Vendors must be registered on the EPADS Vendor Registration portal to participate. Bidders are required to submit a Bid Securing Declaration in lieu of Earnest Money. The deadline for submission of bids is 07 October 2026 at 11:30 AM, and bids will be opened on the same day. All interested parties should ensure their bids are complete and compliant with the requirements outlined in the tender document, which can be accessed through the PTA website or the EPADS portal. Eligibility criteria include valid registration with relevant tax authorities, experience in supplying IT equipment and solutions, and compliance with the technical specifications provided in the tender documents. The procurement is open to all eligible Pakistani vendors who meet the criteria. For any clarifications, vendors may contact the Assistant Director (Procurement) at the provided contact details. A practical tip: Ensure your EPADS Vendor Registration is completed and active before the bid submission deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues that could prevent your participation.