Provisioning of Redundant Darkcore Fiber Connectivity Between PRAL SAARC Office G-10/4 Islamabad and FBR Data Centre G-5 Islamabad

The Pakistan Remote Sensing Authority (PRAL) invites qualified bidders for the provisioning of redundant darkcore fiber connectivity between its SAARC Office located at G-10/4 Islamabad and the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Data Centre at G-5 Islamabad. This procurement aims to enhance the resilience and reliability of the fiber optic communication link between these two critical government facilities. Items being procured: - Provisioning of redundant darkcore fiber connectivity The scope includes installation, testing, and commissioning of the fiber link ensuring high availability and security standards. The project site covers the route between PRAL SAARC Office and FBR Data Centre within Islamabad city. Bidders must have relevant experience in fiber optic network installations and comply with all technical specifications outlined in the tender documents. Eligible bidders should be registered with FBR and listed on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL). Experience in similar government fiber connectivity projects is preferred. Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) and bid security requirements are detailed in the tender documents. The deadline for submission of bids has been extended to November 03, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Bids will be opened on the same day at 3:30 PM. Bidders are advised to carefully review the corrigendum and updated specifications available on the EPADS 2.0 portal. All bids must be submitted electronically via the EPADS platform. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your technical bid fully addresses the redundancy and security requirements specified, as these are critical evaluation criteria. Early submission is recommended to avoid last-minute technical issues on the EPADS portal.