Procurement of GPU Supported Cloud Infrastructure and Generative AI Consultancy Services

This tender invites bids from qualified firms for the procurement of GPU supported cloud infrastructure and generative AI consultancy services in Lahore under the Power Information Technology Company, a division of Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA). The scope includes supply of high-performance GPU cloud instances with minimum 24GB VRAM, 24-core CPUs, 128GB DDR5 RAM, and 6TB NVMe SSD storage, alongside consultancy for AI strategy, LLM architecture design, and training. The project demands robust security measures including EDR, firewall, and malware protection, plus backup solutions with data replication and cloud storage. The work involves deploying advanced cloud infrastructure capable of supporting generative AI workloads, requiring precise hardware specifications and expert consultancy to ensure optimal performance and ethical AI governance. Located in Lahore, the site demands adherence to strict uptime and support standards, including 24/7 technical assistance and replacement of faulty components within warranty. The consultancy covers AI strategy, bias mitigation, and knowledge transfer to PITC staff, ensuring sustainable AI adoption. Bidders must hold valid PEC registration, be on the FBR Active Taxpayers List, and comply with 2025-26 fiscal requirements. The tender requires a bid security of PKR 50,000 and submission of technical and financial proposals in a single sealed envelope. Firms blacklisted by PEPCO, PITC, NTDC, WAPDA, or involved in litigation are disqualified. The evaluation favors technically compliant bids scoring at least 70%, with the lowest financial offer winning. Submission deadline is **29 April 2026** by **11:00 AM**, with bid opening at **11:30 AM** at PITC Conference Room, Aiwan-e-Iqbal Complex, Edgerton Road, Lahore. Bidders should ensure all documents including bid security, company profile, NTN/GST certificates, and warranty certificates are complete and signed. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the tender document for the specific requirements on bid security validity and warranty response times, as these are common grounds for disqualification. Also, ensure your bid is unambiguous and complete to avoid rejection during preliminary evaluation.