Procurement of Next Generation Firewall (NGFW)

The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA), Islamabad, invites bids for the procurement of Next Generation Firewall (NGFW). This procurement is aimed at enhancing cybersecurity infrastructure within the electric power sector regulatory framework. The tender is open to authorized dealers, distributors, partners, and resellers based in Pakistan who are registered with Income Tax and Sales Tax Departments and listed as active taxpayers with the Federal Board of Revenue. Items being procured: - Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) The technical scope involves supply and installation of advanced firewall equipment designed to provide robust network security. Bidders must ensure compliance with all technical specifications and standards as outlined in the bidding documents. The procurement process is conducted through the PPRA's e-Pak Acquisition & Disposal System (EPADS) Ver. 2.0, ensuring transparency and efficiency. Eligibility criteria include registration with relevant tax authorities, inclusion in the active taxpayers list of FBR, and a minimum of three years relevant experience in similar procurements. Bidders are advised to carefully review the bidding documents for detailed terms and conditions, bid security requirements, bid validity, and evaluation criteria. The tender documents can be downloaded free of cost from the PPRA and NEPRA websites at https://eprocure.gov.pk/ and www.nepra.org.pk/tenders respectively. Bids must be submitted exclusively through EPADS Ver. 2.0 by 02:00 hours on July 21, 2026 (Tuesday). The bid opening will take place the same day at 02:30 hours. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration and familiarity with the EPADS platform to avoid last-minute technical difficulties. Early submission is recommended to mitigate any unforeseen issues with the electronic submission system.