Procurement of Satellite Data Services for GLOF-II Early Warning System Network in Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) Islamabad is inviting bids from eligible firms, telecommunication operators, satellite communication service providers, system integrators, and authorized satellite airtime resellers for the procurement of Satellite Data Services. This procurement is specifically for the GLOF-II Early Warning System (EWS) Network covering the regions of Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The tender is issued by the Pakistan Meteorological Department based in Islamabad Capital Territory. Items being procured: - Procurement of Satellite Data Services The technical scope involves providing satellite data services essential for the early warning system network. The services must meet the specifications and requirements detailed in the bidding documents available on the official PMD and PPRA websites. The procurement will be conducted under the Single Stage – One Envelope Bidding Procedure as per Rule 36(a) of the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Eligibility criteria include submission of bid security equivalent to 2% of the bid value in the form of Bank Draft or Pay Order in favor of the Director General, Pakistan Meteorological Department. The successful bidder must furnish a performance guarantee equivalent to 5% of the contract/work order value in the form of CDR, Pay Order, Bank Draft, or other acceptable instruments. Bids must be submitted both online through PPRA E-Procurement System (EPADS) and in hard form to the I&P Section, PMD Headquarters office Islamabad. The closing date for submission is **23rd July 2026 at 10:30 AM PST**, with bid opening scheduled for the same day at 11:00 AM PST. Interested bidders should ensure compliance with all terms and conditions and submit complete bids before the deadline. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully prepare the bid security and performance guarantee documents as per the specified formats and ensure timely submission both online and in hard copy to avoid disqualification.