Procurement of High-Performance Compute Server with Storage, Network Switches, Next Generation Firewall and Endpoint Protection Threat Detection & Response

Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi is procuring a comprehensive IT and cybersecurity solution under the Department of ICT Directorate. This procurement includes advanced computing and network infrastructure to enhance the university's data processing, storage, and security capabilities. The tender invites bids for the supply, installation, configuration, integration, testing, and commissioning of the following items at the Ojha Campus, Karachi. Items being procured: - 2 Nos. High-Performance Compute Servers (2U rack mount, dual Intel Xeon CPUs, 512GB RAM, dual 25Gb network cards, 3 years 24x7 warranty) - 1 No. Unified Enterprise Data Backup & Protection Storage (minimum 130TB PACS storage, 50TB file-level backup, integrated backup software, 3 years 24x7 warranty) - 2 Nos. Network Switches (24x10/25GbE ports, 4x100GbE ports, dual redundant power supplies, 5 years next business day warranty) - 20 Nos. SFP28 Direct Attached Cables 3m - 4 Nos. SFP28 Direct Attached Cables 5m - 2 Nos. QSFP28 Direct Attached Cables 1m - 2 Nos. QSFP28 Direct Attached Cables 5m - 8 Nos. SFP+ Optical Fiber Modules with 10m patch cords - 4 Nos. QSFP28 Optical Fiber Modules with 5m patch cords - 16 Nos. SFP28 Optical Fiber Modules with 5m patch cords - 2 Nos. Next Generation Firewalls for Ojha Internet Firewall (minimum 14Gbps throughput, advanced threat prevention, AI-based inline malware protection, 3 years SNS & hardware warranty) - 2 Nos. Next Generation Firewalls for DMC Internet Firewall (minimum 9Gbps throughput, advanced threat prevention, AI-based inline malware protection, 3 years SNS & hardware warranty) - 100 Nos. Advanced Endpoint Protection Threat Detection & Response licenses (AI-powered cybersecurity chatbot, automated response playbook, layered defense, 3 years SNS & hardware warranty) The technical scope covers high-end server hardware, scalable and secure storage solutions, enterprise-grade network switches with advanced protocols, next-generation firewalls with AI and machine learning capabilities, and endpoint protection platforms ranked among Gartner's top vendors. The solution must include manufacturer authorization letters, 3 years of 24x7 warranty and support, onsite configuration, installation, operation, and maintenance without additional cost. The bidder must provide professional training with certification for 3 participants and ensure data migration with full integrity and minimal downtime. Eligibility requires bidders to be manufacturers or authorized agents, registered with EPADS, active taxpayers with FBR/SRB, and must provide recent satisfactory performance certificates from DUHS for similar projects. The bid security is 2% of the estimated cost, and bids must comply with all mandatory technical requirements. The submission deadline is **19 August 2026 at 11:00 Hrs** via the EPADS portal. Original bid security and tender fee must reach the Procurement Directorate at Central Warehouse, Dow University of Health Sciences (Ojha Campus), Karachi before the deadline. Bids will be opened the same day at 11:30 Hrs. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure all technical compliance documents, manufacturer authorization letters, and mandatory bid security are uploaded correctly on EPADS. Incomplete or vague bids risk rejection. Early registration on EPADS and thorough review of the technical specifications will improve chances of success.