Supply and Services for Installation, Commissioning and Testing of Access Control System and Allied Accessories

The Pakistan Security Printing Corporation (Pvt.) Ltd in Karachi is procuring supply and services for installation, commissioning, and testing of an Access Control System (ACS) along with allied accessories as per detailed technical specifications. This procurement covers the supply of biometric and card-based authentication readers, electromagnetic locks, anti-tailgating sensors, fiber and power cables, PVC channel ducts, and related installation services including earth digging, cable laying, commissioning, and training of PSPC staff. The technical scope includes delivery and installation of advanced ACS devices supporting biometric authentication (face or fingerprint), RFID cards, and PINs, with high user capacity and robust environmental protection standards. The contractor is responsible for integration with the existing Virdi-based ACS system, ensuring full operational acceptance, and providing onsite backup and replacement services through an established support center in Karachi. The project timeline is six months from the award of contract. Eligible bidders must be reputed manufacturers or suppliers with OEM authorization, at least five years of overall experience, and relevant experience of three prior projects worth PKR 20 million. Bidders must provide CVs of networking and electrical engineers with minimum three years' experience who will be assigned to the project. Site visits are mandatory to understand the scope before bidding. The bid submission deadline is June 17, 2026, at 11:00 AM via EPADS. Earnest money of Rs. 184,000/- is required in the form of pay order, demand draft, or insurance guarantee. Payment terms include 80% payment after material inspection and 20% after successful installation, commissioning, testing, and training. Bidders are advised to carefully comply with all technical and procedural requirements, including submission of all signed pages and bid security originals before the deadline to avoid rejection. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure thorough site visits and understanding of integration requirements with the existing ACS system to prepare a compliant and competitive bid. Also, timely submission of original bid security is critical to avoid disqualification. This tender offers a significant opportunity for qualified suppliers to engage with a prestigious government entity and contribute to enhancing security infrastructure with cutting-edge access control technology.