Selection of Firm for Establishment of National Artificial Intelligence Hubs (AI-Hubs) Across Pakistan

The Ministry of Information Technology & Telecommunication (MoITT) through its National Artificial Intelligence Advancement Initiative (NAAI) invites eligible companies and consortiums to submit e-applications for the selection of a firm to establish National Artificial Intelligence Hubs (AI-Hubs) across Pakistan. This corrigendum extends the bid submission deadline to 31st August 2026 at 02:00 PM, with bid opening scheduled for the same day at 02:30 PM in the presence of authorized representatives of applicants who wish to attend. Items being procured: - Establishment of National Artificial Intelligence Hubs (AI-Hubs) across Pakistan The scope involves setting up AI hubs nationwide under the NAAI project, aiming to advance AI capabilities and infrastructure. The revised Request for Proposals (RFP) remains unchanged in terms, conditions, and provisions, and is available for download from the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) website, Ministry of Information Technology & Telecommunication official site, and EPADS 2.0 portal. Interested bidders should ensure compliance with all RFP requirements and submit bids electronically via EPADS 2.0 before the deadline. The project is based in Islamabad, and bidders are advised to review the detailed RFP documents carefully to meet technical and financial criteria. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your e-bid is submitted well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues on the EPADS platform, as late submissions will not be entertained.