Oracle Standard Edition License for Production Server with Annual Support

The Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (MIS Department) located in Karachi is procuring Oracle Standard Edition Licenses for Production Servers along with annual support. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2025-26 and aims to enhance the database management capabilities of the MIS Department. The scope includes the supply of two perpetual Oracle Database Standard Edition 2 License Processors with annual support, to be delivered within 27 days to the MIS Department at the 12th Floor, PNSC Building, M.T. Khan Road, Karachi. Eligible bidders must be authorized Oracle Platinum, Gold, Network Partners, or Resellers and have a certified Oracle technical team with at least two certified engineers. Additionally, bidders should have a minimum of three years of experience in Oracle-related projects, supported by purchase orders or invoices. A customer support and maintenance office must be established in Karachi, and financial stability must be demonstrated through audited financial statements or bank statements for the last two years. Bidders must also submit an affidavit confirming they are not blacklisted by any government or public sector organization. The bidding process follows the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method. Bidders are required to submit their bids electronically via the EPADS v2.0 platform by Monday, May 11, 2026, at 11:00 AM. The bid opening will occur on the same day at 11:30 AM. Manual submissions are not accepted. The original bid security in the form of a pay order must be physically submitted to the MIS Department before the deadline. The procurement emphasizes compliance with Public Procurement Rules, 2004, and requires bidders to register on EPADS v2.0 before the submission deadline. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and to carefully prepare the technical and financial bids in accordance with the detailed bidding documents. Early submission of the original bid security to the specified address is crucial to avoid disqualification. Bidders should also maintain clear documentation of their Oracle partnership status and technical certifications to meet eligibility criteria effectively.