Procurement of Network Infrastructure Upgradation Project

The Provincial Election Commissioner Punjab (Election Commission of Pakistan) has allocated funds for the procurement planned for the fiscal year 2026-27. This procurement concerns the Network Infrastructure Upgradation Project under reference P139038. The department invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for the supply of goods related to this project. Items being procured: - Network infrastructure equipment and related goods (specific item list not provided in the notice). The procurement will be conducted through a Single Stage-Two Envelope procedure using Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) technique in accordance with the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Bidders must submit a Bid Security as described in the bidding documents, in the form of Pay Order or Demand Draft, or a bid securing declaration as per the specified format. E-bidding documents containing detailed terms, conditions, specifications, and requirements are available on the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) at https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procurements/139038. Bidders must be registered on EPADS v2.0 to participate. The e-bids must be submitted through EPADS v2.0 on or before Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 12:00 PM. Bids will be opened the same day at 12:30 PM. Manual submissions will not be entertained. Vendors not registered on the new EPADS version may register at https://vendors.epads.gov.pk/. A tutorial for registration is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNW6T38v7tc. This procurement is based in Lahore, Punjab. Interested bidders should ensure compliance with all registration and submission requirements to avoid disqualification. The Grievance Redressal Committee (GRC) is notified for this procurement, and notification copies are available on the procuring agency's and PPRA's websites. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and carefully follow the bid security instructions to avoid rejection of your bid.