Providing and Installation of Backup WAN Connectivity Over Fiber

Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGC) invites bids for the providing and installation of backup WAN connectivity over fiber optic links from SSGC Head Office in Karachi to multiple branch offices including Hyderabad, Nawabshah, Sukkur, Larkana, Mirpurkhas, and Quetta. This procurement is specifically for the SSGC Procurement Department based in Karachi, Sindh. The technical scope requires bidders to supply, install, configure, test, and commission dedicated primary and secondary fiber links ensuring redundancy and automatic failover capabilities. The solution must include all necessary hardware such as routers, switches, and cables, and provide 24/7 technical support with online network monitoring access. The contract period is initially one year, extendable up to two additional years based on performance. Eligible bidders must be registered Internet/Data Bandwidth Operators with a valid Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) license and be active on the FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL). Experience criteria include having successfully provided similar services to at least five corporate clients. Bidders must submit a fixed bid bond of Rs. 80,000 in the form of a pay order or demand draft in favor of SSGC. The tender was published on 14th May 2026, with bids to be submitted online via the EPADS portal by 1st June 2026 at 10:00 hours. The public bid opening will occur the same day at 10:30 hours. Bidders should ensure all documents are signed, stamped, and submitted in accordance with the tender instructions. The submission address for physical bid bonds is the Tender Room at SSGC Head Office, Karachi. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully follow the EPADS submission process and ensure the physical bid bond is delivered on time to avoid rejection. Early registration on EPADS and thorough compliance with the bid document checklist will enhance the chances of a successful bid.