Renewal of FortiGate Firewalls and Software Subscriptions for Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment

This tender invites sealed bids for the renewal of nine FortiGate firewall licenses and subscriptions along with software licenses including Claude Pro and Microsoft Power BI Pro for official use in Islamabad. The Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment under the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development requires these IT security and analytical software solutions to maintain and enhance its cybersecurity infrastructure and data analysis capabilities. The scope includes renewal of FortiGate firewall licenses, which are critical for network security, and subscriptions for Claude Pro and Microsoft Power BI Pro, essential for data visualization and business intelligence. The procurement will support the Bureau's IT department in safeguarding sensitive data and improving operational efficiency. The work involves coordination with authorized OEM partners and dealers to ensure genuine licenses and uninterrupted service. Bidders must be registered with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), possess a valid NTN, and be on the Active Taxpayer List (ATL). Compliance with PPRA regulations and submission through the EPADS online portal is mandatory. The tender advises bidders to ensure their PEC registration and FBR status are up to date for the fiscal year 2025-26 to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline is set for 19th January 2026 at 11:00 A.M., with bid opening at 11:30 A.M. Bids must be submitted electronically via the EPADS system. The physical address for bid opening is 9th Floor, Conference Hall, Emigration Tower, Plot # 10, Mauve Area, G-8/1, Islamabad. Pro-Tip: Make sure to attach the Bid Security in the form of Pay Order or Bank Draft as per the fixed amounts specified, and double-check the EPADS submission to avoid rejection due to non-compliance or late submission.