Purchase of Hardware Equipment for Sindh Senior Citizen Card Project Karachi

This tender invites bids for the purchase of hardware equipment for the Sindh Senior Citizen Card Project in Karachi under the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA). The procurement is categorized under IT & Office Equipment and involves supply of desktop computers, network switches, and Ethernet points for site establishment at the Social Welfare Department, Karachi. The project aims to equip the site with modern hardware to facilitate efficient operations and data processing for senior citizen card issuance. The scope includes delivery of 5 desktop computers with 12th/13th generation Intel Core i5 processors, 16GB DDR5 RAM, 1TB NVMe SSD, Windows 11 Pro, and 3-year warranty. Additionally, a Layer-2 network switch with 26x 1G RJ45 ports and advanced networking features is required, along with 10 Ethernet Cat 6E points. The delivery timeline is 6 weeks with DDP terms to NADRA Store Department. The technical specifications emphasize quality, warranty, and compatibility with existing infrastructure. Bidders must comply with mandatory eligibility criteria including valid NTN, GST registration, active ATL status, non-blacklisting, and submission of bid security. The tender follows the Single Stage Two Envelope procedure with electronic bid submission via EPADS. PEC category and FBR/ATL compliance are essential, and bidders should ensure all documentation is complete and authentic to avoid disqualification. The financial year 2025-26 funds are allocated for this procurement. Submission deadline is on 12th February 2026 at 11:00 AM with bid opening at 11:30 AM at NADRA HQ Islamabad. Bids must be submitted electronically on EPADS with original bid security submitted physically by the deadline. The physical address for submission and opening is Procurement Department, HQ NADRA, State Bank of Pakistan Building, Shahrah-e-Jamhuriat, Sector G-5/2, Islamabad. Pro-Tip: Ensure the bid security original is submitted on time as electronic bids without it will be rejected. Also, carefully review the technical specifications and eligibility documents to avoid disqualification. Check the newspaper ad and EPADS portal for any addenda or clarifications issued before submission.