Services of Wide Area Network (WAN) Connectivity on Layer 3 MPLS for Backup

SBP Banking Services Corporation (SBP BSC) invites electronic bids (e-Bids) from bidders registered with PPRA for e-procurement on e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS 1.0). Bidders must have Income & Sales Tax registration and be on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) of FBR. Items being procured: - Services of Wide Area Network (WAN) Connectivity on Layer 3 MPLS for Backup The procurement follows the Single Stage Two Envelope Procedure as per Public Procurement Rules 2026. Bidders must provide Bid Security amounting to PKR 1,000,000/- in an acceptable form favoring SBP Banking Services Corporation. Scanned copies of Bid Security must be uploaded on EPADS 1.0, and original Bid Security submitted to the Procuring Agency before the closing date and time, failing which bids will be rejected. The e-Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS 1.0 by Tuesday, 03 November 2026, 11:00 AM. Manual bids will not be accepted. Bids will be opened the same day at 11:30 AM on EPADS 1.0. This tender is specific to Karachi, Sindh, and requires bidders to be compliant with all tax and registration requirements. Technical scope includes provision and maintenance of WAN connectivity on Layer 3 MPLS for backup purposes. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your Bid Security is prepared and submitted in the exact format required and uploaded timely on EPADS to avoid disqualification. Also, familiarize yourself with EPADS 1.0 platform to avoid submission errors.