Procurement of IT Equipment for IDSRS Project NIH Islamabad

The National Institute of Health (NIH), through its Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response System (IDSRS) Project, is inviting bids for the procurement of IT equipment for the financial year 2026-27. This procurement is part of the ongoing efforts to strengthen disease surveillance infrastructure in Islamabad and across Pakistan. The department has reserved funds for this purpose and intends to cover eligible payments under the contract titled Tender for the Procurement of IT Equipment with the reference of P113650. Items being procured: Specific item list not provided in the notice. The technical scope includes the supply, installation, and commissioning of IT equipment as per the detailed bidding documents available on the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS). Bidders must ensure compliance with all technical specifications and requirements outlined in the tender documents. Only eligible bidders registered on EPADS v2.0 are permitted to participate in the bidding process. All bids must be accompanied by a valid Bid Security (Call at Deposit) as specified in the bidding documents. The procurement will be conducted using the Single Stage-Two Envelope procedure, adopting the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique in accordance with the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Bids must be submitted electronically through EPADS v2.0 by 12:00 PM on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. The same day, e-bids will be opened at 12:30 PM. Late submissions will not be entertained. For eligibility, bidders must be registered with FBR and appear on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL). Experience in similar IT supply contracts and compliance with all regulatory requirements is essential. For guidance on EPADS registration, a tutorial is available at https://vendors.epads.gov.pk. A practical tip: Ensure your EPADS registration is completed well in advance of the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues that could prevent successful bid submission.