Sandbox Solution for Email Infrastructure

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) is procuring a Sandbox Solution for Email Infrastructure specifically for its Islamabad office. This procurement is part of the financial year 25-26 and aims to enhance the email security infrastructure by deploying a sandbox solution capable of analyzing suspicious emails and attachments. The technical scope includes deployment, configuration, and integration with the existing Symantec Messaging Gateway (SMG), along with practical hands-on training for four SECP resources. The solution must be available as a virtual appliance and/or cloud-based environment, support deep link analysis, zero-day threat detection, detailed behavioral reporting, and centralized administration with role-based access control. Bidders must be original equipment manufacturers or authorized partners with at least two years of relevant experience and must submit a manufacturer authorization letter. The procurement follows a Single Stage Two Envelope procedure with bids to be submitted exclusively through the e-Pak Acquisition & Disposal System (EPADS). The bid security amount is Rs.150,000 in the form of a Banker's Cheque (Pay Order), and the original must be submitted before the closing time. The deadline for bid submission is 1430 hours on May 07, 2026, with public opening at 1500 hours the same day at SECP's NICL Building, Jinnah Avenue, Blue Area, Islamabad. Bidders are advised to ensure full compliance with all mandatory technical requirements and submit all required documentation including technical compliance sheets and manufacturer authorization. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully prepare the technical bid ensuring all MUST criteria are met and to submit the original bid security on time to avoid disqualification. Contact for queries is Ayesha Saddiqua, Assistant Director (Admin), reachable at 051-9195477/051-9195437 or procurement.info@secp.gov.pk. This tender offers a significant opportunity for qualified Pakistani suppliers to contribute to strengthening SECP's cybersecurity infrastructure with a robust sandbox email solution.