Procurement of 50 x 256 GB SATA III SSDs for NADRA Islamabad

This tender invites bids for the supply of 50 units of 256 GB SATA III SSDs for National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) in Islamabad, categorized under IT & Office Equipment. The procurement is managed by NADRA RHO Islamabad, aiming to enhance their data storage infrastructure with high-performance solid-state drives. The scope includes delivery of 2.5 inch form factor SSDs with SATA III interface, offering sequential read speeds up to 560 MB/s and write speeds up to 500 MB/s. These SSDs must feature shock and vibration resistance and utilize 3D NAND technology, ensuring durability and reliability in the operational environment of NADRA's Islamabad office. The delivery point is NADRA RHO ISB Building, G-10/4, Islamabad, with a supply period of 7 days post issuance of supply order, extendable up to 14 days under justified circumstances. Bidders must comply with NADRA's eligibility criteria including valid NTN and GST registration, active ATL status, and a minimum turnover of one million PKR in the last year. The tender follows the Single Stage Two Envelope procedure under PPRA Rules 2004. Bid security of PKR 30,000 is mandatory, payable via demand draft or pay order. The contract includes a 5% performance security and a warranty period of one month for defect correction. Payment terms are 100% upon acceptance, with no advance payment. Submission deadline is 18th February 2026 at 11:00 AM, with technical bids opened the same day at 11:30 AM at NADRA RHO ISB Building. Bidders should submit sealed hard copies including samples of the SSDs. The tender emphasizes strict compliance with specifications and disallows subcontracting. Late deliveries incur liquidated damages at 1% per day up to 10% of the contract value, with blacklisting for repeated delays. Pro-Tip: Ensure your sample SSD matches the technical specifications exactly and is properly marked and submitted with your bid. Missing or non-compliant samples can lead to disqualification. Also, double-check your bid security form and validity period to avoid rejection on technical grounds.