Procurement of Hardware-enforced Unidirectional Network Data Diode with 800 Mbps Throughput and 4-Year OEM Support for National Telecom Corporation (NTC) Islamabad

The National Telecom Corporation (NTC) Islamabad invites sealed bids through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 for the procurement of Hardware-enforced Unidirectional Network Data Diodes with 800 Mbps throughput and 4-year OEM support licenses. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and aims to enhance secure network segregation and controlled connectivity for Government of Pakistan customers. Items being procured: - Hardware-enforced Unidirectional Network Data Diode with 800 Mbps Throughput (Quantity: 2 units) - 4 x Year Support by OEM from the issuance of Provisional Acceptance Certificate (Quantity: 2 licenses) The scope includes supply, installation, configuration, license activation, and comprehensive technical support including software updates and troubleshooting. The contractor must provide user and administrative training and ensure compliance with all technical specifications. The delivery and installation must be completed within 8 weeks from contract signing. Eligibility requires valid FBR registration, OEM authorization, relevant experience supplying similar cybersecurity equipment, and submission of bid security of PKR 500,000. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0 by **Monday, November 23, 2026 at 11:00 AM**. Manual submissions will not be accepted. The technical and financial bids will be opened on the same day at 11:30 AM. The contract will be awarded based on Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique. Bidders are advised to carefully review the bidding documents and ensure timely submission of all required documents including bid security and technical brochures. One practical tip: Register early on EPADS v2.0 and verify all bid documents to avoid disqualification due to incomplete submissions or late bid security delivery.