Procurement of Server Hardware and Storage Area Network (SAN) Equipment for Sindh Education Sector Reform Support Unit

The Reform Support Unit of the School Education and Literacy Department Sindh, under the World Bank-supported SELECT project, invites quotations for the procurement of server hardware and Storage Area Network (SAN) equipment. This procurement is part of the ongoing efforts to enhance the digital infrastructure supporting education reforms in Sindh, with the aim of improving classroom practices and learning outcomes at the primary level. Items being procured: - Server hardware for enterprise data center (quantity and specifications as per RFQ document) - Storage Area Network (SAN) equipment for enterprise data center (quantity and specifications as per RFQ document) The technical scope includes the supply, installation, and commissioning of high-performance server hardware and SAN equipment to be used at the central data center of the Reform Support Unit. The equipment must meet the technical requirements outlined in the RFQ, which can be downloaded from the official RSU Sindh website. Bidders are expected to provide comprehensive after-sales support and warranty as specified in the tender documents. Eligible bidders must be registered with FBR and appear on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL). Firms must demonstrate relevant experience in supplying and installing similar IT infrastructure for government or large-scale organizations. Earnest Money and other bid securities must be submitted as per the instructions in the RFQ. The deadline for submission of quotations is 19 November 2026 at 04:00 PM Pakistan Standard Time. Quotations must be submitted in sealed envelopes to the address provided in the notice. Late submissions will not be entertained. A practical tip for bidders: Carefully review the technical specifications and ensure that all compliance documents, including tax certificates and experience proofs, are attached with your bid to avoid disqualification during the technical evaluation.