Managed Point to Point Intranet Connectivity at 545 LESCO Sites for Five Years

This tender invites qualified Local Loop Operators and Cellular Mobile Operators to provide managed point to point intranet connectivity services at 545 LESCO sites across Lahore and surrounding areas. Issued by the National Telecommunication Corporation (NTC) in Islamabad, this contract covers IT & Office Equipment and IT Software & Licenses categories. The scope includes end-to-end provisioning, installation, and operational management of intranet connectivity for five years. The contractor will handle equipment installation, 24/7 technical support, preventive and corrective maintenance, and ensure a minimum monthly uptime of 98.50%. The sites are spread across Lahore and nearby districts, requiring robust network infrastructure and adherence to strict service level agreements. The contractor must provide continuous monitoring, fault resolution, and monthly reporting to NTC. Bidders must be registered with Income Tax and Sales Tax departments, hold valid PTA licenses for the telecom regions involved, and have experience in at least three similar projects. Compliance with PEC categories and FBR/ATL registration is essential. The tender requires submission of earnest money of PKR 3,000,000 and adherence to all tender clauses. The contract duration is five years with strict timelines for site provisioning and penalties for delays. Submission deadline is **April 28, 2026, 11:00 AM**, with bid opening at **11:30 AM** on the same day at NTC HQ, Sector G-5/2 Islamabad. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS portal only; manual submissions are not accepted. The physical address for correspondence is Director (Procurement), Room #05, Ground Floor, NTC HQ. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid security original reaches NTC before the deadline to avoid disqualification. Also, carefully review the detailed site list and SLA terms to align your technical and financial proposals accordingly. Missing any required document or non-compliance with PTA licensing and tax registration will lead to rejection. Keep a close eye on EPADS for any amendments or clarifications issued before submission.