Supply and Installation of FortiGate-71G Hardware Appliance with 1-Year License and Support at Sukkur IBA University

Sukkur IBA University invites bids for the supply and installation of a FortiGate-71G Hardware Appliance or equivalent, including a 1-Year FortiCare Premium License and FortiGuard Unified Threat Protection (UTP) or similar. The procurement is for Sukkur IBA University located in Sukkur, Sindh. Items being procured: - FortiGate-71G Hardware Appliance (Quantity: 1 Each) - 1-Year License: FortiCare Premium - Support and FortiGuard Unified Threat Protection (UTP) or similar The scope includes complete deployment, configuration, testing, knowledge transfer, and administrator training. Delivery will be required at Sukkur IBA University. Bidders must clearly mention warranty/guarantee and availability status. The technical specifications require compliance with the bidding documents and the supplier must be a manufacturer, authorized distributor, or authorized dealer of the quoted product. Bidders must provide valid NTN and GST registration certificates, company profile, and affidavit confirming no blacklisting. The bid security is 2% of the estimated cost (Rs. 28,000). The bid must be submitted electronically through EPADS only; manual bids will not be considered. The deadline for submission is within 7 days from the publish date or as notified in the NIT. The procurement follows the Sindh Public Procurement Rules 2010 (amended). The successful bidder will be required to provide a performance security of 2% of the contract price. Payment will be made 100% upon delivery and issuance of the inspection certificate from the indenting department. Late delivery penalties apply at 0.1% per day up to 10% of the contract value. Bidders are advised to carefully review all bidding documents and ensure completeness. One practical tip: Ensure your bid explicitly states brand names and specifications without using 'or equivalent' ambiguously to avoid rejection. For queries, contact the Additional Director Procurement at Sukkur IBA University via email hari@iba-suk.edu.pk. Submission is through EPADS only, and the original bid security pay order must be sent on or before the last date of electronic bid submission.