Procurement of New Network Switches for Pakistan LNG Limited Islamabad

This tender invites bids for the supply and installation of new network switches at Pakistan LNG Limited's Islamabad office. The procurement focuses on enterprise-class managed PoE access switches to upgrade the existing network infrastructure, enhancing connectivity, security, and performance. The scope includes one 48-port and two 24-port managed PoE switches with specific technical requirements such as 10G SFP+ uplinks, exact PoE budgets, and lifetime hardware warranty. The switches must comply with detailed technical specifications including switching capacity, forwarding rate, VLAN support, and centralized on-premises management without requiring additional licenses. The installation and commissioning will be completed within 30 days of contract award, ensuring seamless integration into the existing network environment at Petroleum House, Ataturk Avenue, Islamabad. Bidders should be registered with FBR, appear on the Active Taxpayer List, and comply with PEC and FBR requirements for the 2025-26 financial year. The tender follows a single-stage two-envelope procedure with technical and financial bids submitted via the EPADS portal. Earnest Money in the form of a demand draft of PKR 85,000 is mandatory, along with a performance bond of 10% of the bid value upon contract award. The submission deadline is **13th February 2026 at 03:00 p.m.**, with bid opening at 03:30 p.m. at Pakistan LNG Limited's office on the 9th Floor, Petroleum House, Islamabad. Bidders must submit sealed bids online and deliver the original bid bond physically to the office address before the deadline. Pro-Tip: Make sure to carefully review the technical compliance matrix and submit official manufacturer datasheets to avoid outright rejection. Also, ensure the bid bond is submitted on time as bids without it will be rejected. Checking the Active Taxpayer List status beforehand can save disqualification risks.